Head of Department - Mathematics

Our client is a forward-looking College of Further & Higher Education that serves a large area of South East England with a wide range of vocational and academic courses, both full and part time. The College is situated in Ewell, close to Epsom in Surrey, and is located in the green belt near Epsom Downs and can easily be accessed either by car (junctions 8-10 on the M25) or rail (Ewell West is close and the college is next to Ewell East where you can get regular direct trains to Clapham Junction and Victoria). The College was last inspected in February 2016 retaining its overall grading of 'Good' under the robust new Ofsted standards.

Our client wants to help the learner succeed in their ambitions. Their students value their welcoming, friendly and caring atmosphere. Their lively learning community helps to make the most of their learning experience at the College.

They are currently recruiting to the following position:

Head of Department - Mathematics

Circa £42K

Are you able to inspire their students to achieve their very best in mathematics? Do you have the vision and drive to lead teaching and learning in mathematics that really makes a difference? Will you take the best our teachers have to offer and develop their skills further?

If you have the belief and determination that you can, and that you hold students at the core of everything you do then the role of Head of Department of Mathematics is for you.

You'll lead a team of specialist mathematics teachers to deliver GCSE, Functional Skills and Core mathematics to 16-19 and adult students taken from the full breadth of the college's curriculum. Along with specialist resources and facilities, you'll lead this key area of the College's work and bring about real impact on students' lives.

Already you will be a great teacher and will know your students well. You will have had some recent experience of curriculum management in mathematics, what works well and what doesn't and you will know how to get the very best of your team. You will also have a good understanding of the changes relating to mathematics that the further education sector is adapting to.

Working for our client also has the benefits of a final salary pension scheme, generous holidays and the facilities of a college campus set in 7 acres of green belt in a peaceful setting. The College has excellent transport links and is set in a location convenient to London and the South East and offers a large free on-site car park.

They are able to offer you a final salary pension scheme, generous holidays and the facilities of a College campus set in 7 acres of green belt in a peaceful setting. The College has excellent transport links and is set in a location convenient to London and the South East and offers a large free on-site car park.

Applications should be submitted by Sunday 2 October 2016

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 12 October 2016

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and enhanced DBS clearance.