Principal Responsibilities

•          To lead and manage the delivery of Key Stage 4 Mathematics, GCSE Statistics and the transition between Key Stage 3 and 4.
•          To ensure equality of opportunity for all who study Mathematics at KS4; ensuring that subject matter is presented in a way that meets the needs of all abilities, including those with additional needs and, where appropriate, promotes and celebrates the contribution of different cultures to mathematics.
•          To analyse GCSE results data and implement strategies to improve outcomes.
•          Update, resource and structure Schemes of Work, where appropriate.
•          To raise standards of attainment and achievement within the key stage.
•          To be accountable for student progress within Key stage 4; leading and organising intervention where appropriate.
•          To ensure that there is appropriate monitoring of teaching and learning within the key stage.
•          To assist the Head of Faculty in the application of school and faculty procedures for managing the behaviour and development of students within the Key Stage.
•          To ensure the Key Stage 4 departmental results database/spreadsheet is up to date and fit for purpose.
•          To liaise with Personalised Learning Department about individual student needs and communicate outcomes with Head of Faculty and other interested parties.
•          To monitor and support teachers and support staff in ensuring the appropriate progress of individual students and teaching groups, including the co-ordination of set changes.
•          To assist the Head of Faculty in the development of the quality of teaching and learning, in accordance with the school policies, within the Key Stage.
•          To organise Key Stage 4 exam entries, unit tests, mock examinations and the distribution of course materials.
•          To support school and departmental policies on training and performance management.
•          To manage delegated financial resources and classroom facilities in Key Stage 4 Mathematics.
•          To actively monitor, and respond to, curriculum development and initiatives at both a regional and national level in Key Stages 3 and 4.
•          To implement required changes for courses within the Key Stage.

•          To promote interest in the subject at Key Stage 5.