Candidates must be driven, proactive and committed to the success of the department, with the progress and wellbeing of pupils at the heart of this. They will need to demonstrate a growth mindset and emotional intelligence. The successful applicant will be highly organised and enthusiastic about their subject with the ability to lead their team  by example, assisting colleagues to implement school policies. The department leader will have the presence, experience and vision to further develop this successful department. An excellent knowledge of current issues and educational developments will be required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leadership of a team of dedicated teachers of Mathematics, including two “2nd in Department” TLR holders
• Responsibility for developing and improving the Quality of Education delivered within Mathematics at Faringdon Community College
• Responsibility for working with the Mathematics team and Senior Leadership Team to put in place effective strategies to maintain and improve outcomes for students in Mathematics.

Tours are welcome and encouraged and will take place the first week of term in January

Faringdon Community College is a successful and well-established 11-18 co-educational secondary comprehensive school, which embraces the idea of lifelong learning and community education. The school has an excellent local reputation and is known for inspiring exciting teaching and learning, where teachers are supported and encouraged to help every student, aiming to achieve individual success and realise their potential.

This is a position in a forward-thinking department for someone with energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to engage and motivate students. 

Benefits of working at FCC include:

·         Full support for your professional development and future training needs.

·         A commitment to recognise previous, continuous service.

·         A commitment to offer flexible working wherever we can, to support the work life balance of our employees.

·         A cycle to work scheme.

·         A 24/7 employee assistance programme.

If you have any questions, would like any further information, or would like to arrange an informal visit to the school, please contact our Admin Team, by emailing admin@fcc.cambrianlt.org

For more information about Faringdon Community College please visit http://www.fccoxon.co.uk

Faringdon Community College & Cambrian Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.