Teacher of Mathematics - Part Time FTE , Maternity Cover

Post:
Temporary Teacher of Mathematics Scale: MPS/UPS, FTE 0.600
Relationships:
The postholder is responsible to the Director of Maths

Purpose:

The role of the subject teacher is to provide learning opportunities to which all students can respond with enthusiasm and commitment, and demonstrate real progress in their learning

Duties and responsibilities:

Your duties and responsibilities are contained in the 'School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document' and in The Crypt School contract The subject teacher:

• under the guidance of the Head of Department, the subject teacher ensures curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all students;
• plans lessons following the scheme of work with clear objectives for learning outcomes, understands the sequence of teaching and learning in the subject, and effectively communicates such information to students;
• uses appropriate teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of the subject and of different students;
• ensures that there are opportunities for effective development of students' literacy, numeracy and information communication technology skills through the subject;
• uses the school and departmental policies and practices for assessing, recording and reporting on students' achievement, and uses this information to recognise achievement and to assist students in setting targets for further development;
• ensures that information about students' achievement in previous classes and schools is used effectively to secure good progress in the subject;
• sets expectations and establishes clear targets for students' achievement, and evaluates progress and achievement in the subject by all students;
• ensures that there are opportunities for the effective development of students' individual and collaborative study skills necessary for them to become increasingly independent in their work and to complete tasks independently when out of school;
• is aware of the subject's contribution to students' understanding of the duties, opportunities, responsibilities and rights of citizens;
• establishes a partnership with parents to involve them in their child's learning of the subject, as well as providing information about curriculum, attainment, progress and targets;
• ensures that there is a safe working and learning environment in which risks are properly assessed;
• responsible for the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students;
• contributes to the extracurricular activities and support sessions that the department offers

• plays a key role in supporting, guiding and motivating students;
• monitors academic progress and attendance;
• monitors students' planners;
• liaises with the Head of Year / Head of Key Stage;
• embodies the vision for the school