Teacher of Mathematics

An inspirational and well-qualified mathematician is required for a part-time post starting in September 2025. Strong academic credentials are needed; and a good honours degree in mathematics or a subject with a high mathematics content is essential. This post would suit a new teacher or someone with classroom experience. A formal teaching qualification is desirable but not essential. Support to achieve Qualified Teacher Status can be provided and we will accept applications from candidates with outstanding qualifications who do not have previous teaching experience. There are currently seven teachers in the Mathematics Department.

The successful candidate will have the ability to teach mathematics throughout the school, from Year 7 to Year 13. The ability to teach Further Mathematics would be an advantage but is not essential. The candidate should have a keen and informed interest in mathematics pedagogy, a willingness to explore different teaching styles and an up-to-date knowledge of current curriculum changes to both the AQA GCSE and Edexcel A Level.

The Department is responsible for several mathematics-related co-curricular activities. Co-curricular enrichment by the Department includes the UK Mathematics Team Challenges and National Cipher Challenge. Additionally, the best mathematicians in the school annually attend a Mathematics Varsity Competition and sixth formers participate in the enrichment offered by the Maths Inspiration Programme. All FHS staff are encouraged to be involved with at least one co-curricular club, beyond curriculum time. Currently the Department runs a Junior Maths Club, Senior Maths Club and Chess Club at lunchtime.

The successful candidate will:

• be an inspirational and skilful teacher of Mathematics and possibly Further Mathematics from Year 7 to A Level.
• be fully informed of current educational initiatives especially relating to Mathematics.
• have experience of developing high quality co-curricular activities related to Mathematics and of promoting Mathematics within a wider school context.
• have excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• have excellent IT skills and experience of using IT in Mathematics lessons.
• be willing to lead trips and conferences as required.

Francis Holland School, Regent's Park, was founded in 1878 by the Reverend Canon Francis Holland and is regarded today as one of London's most academically selective girls' independent day schools. The school is situated next to Regent's Park and has a reputation for its friendly, cohesive atmosphere. The ISI Inspection Report in March 2022 assessed Francis Holland as 'Excellent' in all key areas of school life. The school places great emphasis on the professional development of its entire staff. Staff at Francis Holland School enjoy a significant range of professional benefits.

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Closing date: 10.00am on 7th March 2025.

Early applications are encouraged and will be considered as they are received. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage.

All appointments at Francis Holland School are conditional upon clearance by the Disclosures and Barring Service (DBS testing).

Francis Holland Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo our safer recruitment checks and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This role is classed as regulated activity with children as it involves teaching, training or supervising children on a day-to-day basis and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Francis Holland Schools Trust champions diversity and inclusion in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from all sections of the community.