Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maths teacher to join our Mathematics department at Weston Secondary School, part of Hamwic Education Trust (HET). The Mathematics department delivers a broad and engaging curriculum, covering key areas such as algebra, geometry, statistics, and problem-solving. Weston Secondary School is seeking to recruit a passionate and dedicated Maths teacher to support the continued success of this vital subject.
HET is a large, fast-paced Trust with currently 37 academies across the South Coast. Linked to 6 community-based partnerships, there are 34 primary academies, 2 secondary and 1 hospital school.
Our vision is to cultivate a diverse student community characterised by high aspirations and a commitment to personal development. Upholding our values, we aim to provide an enriching curriculum and exceptional teaching that empowers our students to believe in themselves and embrace the courage to pursue their dreams fearlessly.
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Maths teacher with strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students in all areas of mathematics. The ideal candidate will possess drive, energy, and a commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for our students. Weston Secondary School has begun an exciting programme of investment into the Mathematics department, and we encourage applications from teachers eager to join the school at this exciting stage of growth and development.
‘All about the Child’
At HET, we aim to put the child at the centre of everything we do. We believe that by doing this, it drives our ethos and values to do the best we can for our children.
‘What about Sam’
Sam is the name we have given to the notional Hamwic child. By asking ourselves ‘What about Sam?’ we ensure that we put our students at the heart of our decision making.
WE ARE SEEKING A PROFESSIONAL INDIVIDUAL WHO:
- Can teach a stimulating, imaginative and challenging curriculum
- Can demonstrate high quality teaching and be able to inspire and enthuse students to learn
- Can demonstrate the passion, skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students.
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
- Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes
- In-house Teaching School
- An individual induction programme supported by a mentor
- Networking groups for Teachers, Business Managers, Site Teams and IT staff
- Eligibility to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement for staff working 52 weeks per year which increases with length of service
- Free eye tests up to the value of £25 for users of VDU equipment and contribution up to the value of £60 towards the purchase of glasses specifically for the use of display screen equipment (where all conditions are met)
- Opportunity to become a school workplace Health and Wellbeing representative, meeting with other schools on a termly basis and feeding into the Health and Wellbeing strategy
- Access to the Trust Health and Wellbeing pages
- Access to a staff benefits portal through Vivup
- Free confidential telephone and face to face counselling for staff and family members
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, please view the linked documents on our website, www.westonsecondary.co.uk:
- Headteacher’s welcome
- Job description
- Person specification
- Application form
These can also be found at www.hamwic.org. Please return the completed Application form to Mrs Tracey Harper, hr@westonsecondary.co.uk
Where applicable, potential candidates may benefit from a tour of the school. Please note, any candidates requesting a tour will be asked for their current place of work which will allow the school to verify, where possible, the name and place of work given. Potential candidates will be asked to bring their current school ID and/or photographic ID as proof when they visit the school for a tour.
Successful candidates will be subject to online searches.
