Teacher of Mathematics and IT
MPS/UPS
Required from September 2024
NOR: 1960 (11-18) (450+ in Sixth Form)
A well-qualified and skilled Teacher of Mathematics and IT is required for September 2024, for a permanent full-time position. We would welcome applications from both newly qualified and established teachers. All applicants must demonstrate expertise in their subject and be a reflective and impactful classroom practitioner.
The person appointed will join a thriving and supportive Mathematics Faculty made up of 19 staff. The faculty regularly achieves excellent results at GCSE (P8 well above national average) and the school’s A Level Mathematics results have consistently been in the top 10% of schools for L3VA nationally. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach across all three key stages. In the Sixth Form, 45% of our 450 Sixth Form students currently take Maths as an option and we offer both Maths and Further Maths A Levels. Within such a strong department at a large school, there are many opportunities for the successful applicant to take on extra responsibilities and develop professionally. The thriving Computer Science and ICT Department is made up of three team members. The Department runs very successful examination courses in GCSE Computer Science, A Level Computer Science and BTEC ICT. The department also offers extra-curricular programme activities such as Lego Mind Storm.
The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to teach across all key stages. There are also opportunities for school wide additional responsibilities such as a Teaching and Learning coach, ECT mentor or extra-curricular responsibilities, each carrying a TLR. Such responsibilities will be discussed with applicants dependent on individual interest and experience.
Ofsted said “pupils happily attend George Abbot School. They respect their teachers and behave well in lessons. Pupils take their studying seriously and try to get the most out of their experiences at school. Teachers expect a lot from pupils”. Furthermore “in mathematics, pupils deepen their knowledge and understanding because the curriculum is very well planned, and teachers provide pupils with highly demanding work” (December 2019).
George Abbot School is an 11-18, mixed comprehensive, situated on the north side of Guildford with an established reputation for high academic standards and exemplary pastoral care. Within easy reach of the town, the A3 and London Road railway station, we are a forward- looking and dynamic school which has a reputation for excellence in every area.
George Abbot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the successful applicant will be subjected to an enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this exciting role, please use the links provided to access the full job description and person specification.
Please note, your application will take to you to our ATS system (Face-Ed) where you will be required to enter your details again to fully complete your application process. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Polly Jacobs, Headteacher’s PA via email.
Important Information
• The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high a volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.
Application closing date: 9.00am on Friday 10 May
Interview date: w/c 13 May
George Abbot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.