Hermitage Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and are seeking to appoint a Head of Mathematics to join our dedicated team from September 2023 or earlier, if possible.
This appointment will be based in Hermitage Academy where we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a school that has undergone real change and is on a strong, upward trajectory.
This is an exciting post that will offer you the chance to work at a senior level and with a wide range of people within different teams. We need a colleague who is creative, able to plan and implement effective strategies so that our students excel in their learning. You will play a significant role in raising standards.
We are committed to providing the very best environment for professional growth, believing that this is key to fostering an innovative, progressive and most importantly, a kind and compassionate school. Each member of the of the senior leadership team plays a part towards moving our vision forwards – ensuring that every child experiences excellence every day.
Hermitage Academy is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school with a rapidly growing sixth form with over 1000 students from Chester-le-Street and the surrounding areas.
Our vision is simple and is shared by all schools across the North East Learning Trust family. It is that every child experiences excellence every day.
We are committed to:
- A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students.
- A positive and caring ethos.
- An excellent learning environment and resources.
- A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued.
- A supportive and effective governing body.
The successful candidate will:
- have relevant training and experience of successful teaching and learning, and the ability to deliver outstanding teaching experiences
- have the drive needed to lead a strong teaching team and deliver an excellent mathematical education to all of our students
- have a proven record of leading mathematics teams and achieving strong outcomes
- have high expectations and standards in achievement and behaviour
- have a firm belief and strong commitment to children accessing an inclusive education
- have a clear understanding of how children are motivated and learn effectively
- have a creative approach to encourage children to take ownership of their own learning
- have the energy, commitment, enthusiasm and initiative – passion and drive
- have the ability to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a highly skilled senior team and within the mathematics department in the school and across the trust
- have a real desire to work at senior leadership level and contribute to the wider development of the school.
Deadline:
Closing date is 27th January 2023 at 12.00pm
Interviews taking place week commencing 30th January 2023.
How to apply:
Application packs can be downloaded from our website. You are very welcome to visit our school and this can be arranged by contacting Samantha Lish via email below or phone call on 0191 388 7161.
Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to [email protected] or by post to Samantha Lish, Support Services Manager, Hermitage Academy, Waldridge Lane, Chester le Street, Co. Durham, DH2 3AD. Please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.