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Ref no:
JHS00095
Published:
10/10/2022
Closes:
26/10/2022
Location:
45 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, G13 1SP
Salary:
£51,903 Pt4 Principal Teacher Spine
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
35 hours per week

We are seeking an individual with energy, vision and passion for mathematics to lead Jordanhill School's sector leading mathematics department. In addition, you will work with colleagues in both Primary and Secondary to develop the school's approach to numeracy.

Mathematics is a major strength within Jordanhill School with outstanding levels of academic success and uptake at all levels.

The department has 5 teachers led by the Principal Teacher. The teaching commitment of the department is

  1. ¨ P7: 4 periods
  2. ¨ S1/S2: 4 classes per year
  3. ¨ S3/4: Typically National 4 Mathematics, National 5 Mathematics with dual presentation in National 5 Applications of Mathematics
  4. ¨ S5/S6: Typically, 4 Higher Mathematics classes, 1-2 Advanced Higher Mathematics class(es), 1 National 5 class, SCQF Level 6 Statistics.

Due to the nature of the school, there is a unique opportunity for the Mathematics Department to become involved in working with Primary colleagues. As we look towards refreshing our work across the school, you will be involved in reviewing our approaches to Numeracy to ensure that our pupils are benefiting from the best pedagogy and continue to thrive as young mathematicians.

Applicants require to be registered with GTC Scotland. Appointment is conditional on a successful PVG check prior to commencement in the post, satisfactory references, presentation of qualifications and confirmation of the right to work in the UK. Any offer of employment will be withdrawn if any of the above conditions are not satisfied.

Person Specification and an application form can be found at Jobs – Jordanhill School. Please return application form to Pauline Cameron, HR Officer at recruitment@jordanhill.glasgow.sch.uk. Closing date for this post is 9am Wednesday 26th October 2022. A school visit for those selected for interview will be held on Tuesday 1st November 2022 at 4pm and interviews will be held on Wednesday 9th November 2022.