Head Of Maths

Lady Elizabeth School offers a state-of-the-art facility in which to work and this is a thriving Department looking for a Head of Maths to join a world-class setting from September 2024.
We provide an enriching education of the highest standard which allows our pupils to achieve both success and experience failure in a safe and supportive environment. Staff, pupils and parents share the fundamental expectation of a positive attitude to learning. We nurture our pupils, encouraging them to develop a Growth Mindset to ensure they become resilient and persevere in the face of challenges. Happy, respectful, internationally minded pupils, staff and parents are the core of our community. We support our pupils and staff to constantly develop and improve themselves. We do this as a team, without exception.
Responsible to:
Key Stage Coordinators
Head of Secondary
Head of School
ISP Teacher Role Profile
We put learners and learning first. Learning is affected by both internal factors (such as emotions, motivation and general health and wellbeing) and external factors (such as environment, curriculum and relationships). The external factor that has the most significant impact on our students' learning is the teacher.
At ISP, everyone is a learner. So as one of our teachers, you are also a learner. Together, we will embark on an ongoing process of exploring, expanding and evolving your practice in ways that directly impact and improve student learning.
Everyone at ISP is a learner. The ISP learner recognises that their mindset, experiences and actions drive their learning outcomes. With this awareness, they exercise voice, choice, and ownership over their process of learning - leading their learning and the learning of others.
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Well-being and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Collaboration: You actively engage in leading your team; you are collaborative and a genuine team player, developing positive and supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
Learning & Getting Better: You continually demonstrate personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
Innovation Leadership: You help create an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and are able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
Resilience: You can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
Community Focus: You are committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of your students and their families.
Integrity & Ethical Management: You work ethically and with integrity; help others feel valued; uphold and model the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
ISP Teacher Role Profile
Atmosphere: You enable students to learn in a safe, open, caring, collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. Your students feel confident to have open and honest conversations about their learning and how they can get better.
Shared Ideas: You know and model your school's values and contribute to its mission and vision through your daily actions.
A Focus on Learners and Learning: You put learners and their learning first. Your understanding of the difference between learning and the factors that affect learning enables you to plan and support a good struggle for all your students to get better.
Learning and Teaching: You put learners and their learning first in your design and facilitation of learning outcomes, content and experiences, which are underpinned by positive and supportive relationships.
Evidence of Learning: You gather, document and analyse evidence of learning from various sources and use this to identify targets and action steps for improving learning.
Leadership for Learning: You see yourself as a leader for learning and demonstrate the same vision, values and commitment as school leaders to support students to continuously learn and get better.
Learning Spaces: You create and use spaces to support and demonstrate the school's shared ideas about learners and learning.
In Partnership with Parents and Carers: You work in partnership with parents and carers, communicating with them regularly about their child's learning.
Improvement Planning: You are committed to learning and getting better and ensure this improvement happens strategically and effectively.
Key areas of responsibility - Head of Department:
Managing, developing and evaluating the subject curriculum.
Look for, evaluate and then develop the learning taking place within their curriculum area.
Keeping up to date with new initiatives and changes regarding their curriculum area.
Managing, developing and evaluating associated curriculum resources within the School.
Producing, implementing, reviewing and monitoring the application of the school policy associated with their curriculum area.
Introducing and maintaining a computer-based inventory of resources for their curriculum area.
Carrying out regular reviews of their curriculum area.
Ensuring that assessment is regular and thorough and that associated records are maintained.
Participating in staff CPD in their curriculum area and offering ongoing support to teachers.
Preparing HODs' meetings, in addition to other staff meetings.
Liaising with their counterparts in the Primary School.
Taking part in Parent Information sessions for their curriculum area.
Encouraging appropriate display work relating to their curriculum area.
Contributing to the Head of School's Weekly Newsflash.
This list is not exhaustive and is subject to review, modification or amendment at any time.
Key Teaching Tasks:
Being responsible for ensuring the Safeguarding and Welfare of all pupils in the class.
Providing learning opportunities which enable each child to get better.
Use LES' Language of Learning.
Registration, including the accurate marking and maintenance of the register and ENGAGE.
Monitoring attendance, punctuality, progress and the overall welfare of pupils in the class.
Upholding standards of uniform, appearance, behaviour and manners, in accordance with school policy.
Setting a good example to all pupils, with regard to personal presentation and conduct - in line with school policy.
Taking initial responsibility for pastoral matters concerning the pupils in the class.
Ensuring that other members of staff are aware of important information regarding pupils in the class.
Planning learning activities for the class, in accordance with the curriculum.
Liaising with colleagues in the department to ensure consistent and collaborative curriculum coverage and delivery.
Sharing planning with HOD.
Setting appropriate yet challenging expectations for pupils' learning, behaviour and presentation of work.
Maintaining an ordered, stimulating and positive classroom environment.
Setting appropriate, meaningful homework tasks.
Marking pupils' class-work and homework within a reasonable and agreed period.
Being responsible for directing teaching assistants or students working with the class.
Keeping all required records of the progress of pupils in the class.
Participating in the School's Appraisal programme.
Communicating with the Key Stage Coordinator or Head of Secondary regarding pupils in their class who might be causing concern.
Adhering to the school's Code of Practice for identification and assessment of Special Educational Needs.
Communicating with the parents of pupils in the class.
Distributing letters and other information to go home to parents promptly.
Preparing and compiling school reports.
Attending appropriate parents' meetings to keep parents informed of their child's progress.
Ensuring pupils' knowledge of school procedures, including fire drill.
Sharing supervision duties on a rota basis with other members of staff.
Substituting for absent members of staff, when required.
Attending/Leading assemblies, as required.
Attending weekly Staff Meetings and other meetings as required.
Taking responsibility for personal professional development and your wellbeing.
Contributing to the Headteacher's Weekly Newsflash.
This list is not exhaustive and is subject to review, modification or amendment at any time.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience:
Experience and qualifications:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Degree or equivalent in relevant subjects(s)
Good up-to-date subject knowledge and practical skills
Successful secondary teaching experience
Evidence of successfully leading and sustaining whole school initiatives
Skills and Knowledge:
Ability to motivate children of differing abilities
Knowledge of the National Curriculum and exam specifications
Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Personal attributes:
Enthusiasm and a passion for learning
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all staff, pupils and parents and promoting the ethos and values of the school
An approachable manner and excellent interpersonal skills
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles:
Lady Elizabeth and ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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