Principal Teacher of Numeracy (Mathematics) & Computing - Knox Academy

Vacancy Information

Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
To start asap.

Knox Academy is a truly comprehensive school situated in Haddington, East Lothian, Scotland. At census 2023 the roll was 902. Our school values are Ambition, Respect and Community and we work through these values to ensure all pupils feel included and valued. We aim to support all our young people to strive to reach their potential and leave to a positive and sustained destination. We aim to be the best we can, in all that we do for our young people and to give them a high quality educational experience.

The curriculum provides a full range of subjects from S1-S6. We aim to meet the needs of all the pupils, providing a curriculum that is appropriate in terms of breadth, depth and challenge. We endeavour to treat all pupils as individuals and hope that they, their parents and the community will work in partnership to provide them with the support and opportunities that will enable them to make their next educational steps. Pupils are encouraged to access the extensive and varied menu of extra-curricular activities on offer.

There is a proud tradition of excellent education in Haddington and the pupils, staff and parents/carers of the school work hard to continue this.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Teacher to lead the Mathematics and Computing Departments at Knox Academy. The successful candidate will also lead on whole school numeracy and digital literacy.

The vision statement for the faculty is:

- pursue equity in everything we do

- key focus: learning and responsive teaching

- provide young people with opportunities for success

The faculty delivers a broad range of courses in the Senior Phase and more information about this can be found on our school website: knox.is/ntpathways. Young people are well prepared for these courses and the moderation cycle is central to our work in the BGE. Co-planning learning, collegiate CLPL and a focus on the data are embedded as well as engagement with parents/carers through 1:1 discussion and family learning activity.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, energetic and have the ability to communicate their enthusiasm to the pupils, staff and parents/carers. They will be able to lead and manage change effectively and efficiently and to lead the faculty to continued improved outcomes for our young people. The successful candidate will also be able to use data in an informed way to lead this change and improvement.

The successful candidate will also be an integral member of our extended leadership team.

Job Details

Subject to the policies of the school and the Council, the duties of Principal Teachers are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct. These should give reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to;

- Curricular development and quality assurance.
- Contribute to the development of school policy in relation to the behaviour management of pupils.
- The management and guidance of colleagues.
- Review the career long professional learning (CLPL) needs, career development and performance of colleagues.
- Provision of advice, support and guidance to colleagues.
- Responsible for the leadership, good management and strategic direction of pastoral care within the school.
- Assist in the management, deployment and development of pastoral care staff.
- Implement whole school policies dealing with guidance issues, pastoral care, assessment and pupil welfare.
- Working in partnership with colleagues, parents and other specialist agencies as appropriate.
- Working alongside class teachers to share best practice and take forward the Improvement Plan priorities.
- Participate in the overall administration of the school.
- Assist in aspects of the School Improvement Plan.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications
Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject
Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General)
Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration

PVG Membership
This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.

Additional Information

For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:
www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo

Please Note - Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session
In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year), recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay.

In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate should this be applicable.

East Lothian Council Secondary Schools
Further details on all East Lothian Council Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Secondary Schools

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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk

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