Wellington College China

OBJECTIVES

To strategically lead the Maths Department in regard to the teaching and learning and manage the resources and people within.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Health and Safety of all colleagues and students whilst in the Maths Department.  This includes the mental and physical wellbeing.
• The intent, implementation and impact of the curriculum in the Maths Department.
• The academic performance of the students, including the performance in external examinations, of subjects taught within the Maths Department.
• The behaviours and attitudes displayed by the students whilst in the Maths Department.
• The quality of provision.  This refers to both the teaching & learning and resources found within the Maths Department.
• The deployment of all staff, the appropriate delegation of tasks and the effective use of all finances.

PROFESSIONALISM

• The implementation of all school policies, including those relating to behaviour, homework and assessment, in the best interests of the pupils. 
• The developments in the Maths curriculum, ensuring that they are consistent with the College’s broader aims and policies and are in the best interests of the pupils.
• The evaluation of staff performance, academic standards and the personal development and well-being of the students, ensuring that it is effective.
• The planning and implementation of actions to address identified priorities.
• To ensure effective monitoring and communication with parents regarding academic progress and behaviour for learning both in line with school reporting procedures and in response to specific concerns as they arise.   
• To comply with the current policies and procedures of the College. 
• To display the Wellington Values at all times, either in school or in the wider community.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• The standards reached by all students and groups of students (including those with special needs, gifted and talented, gender and ability bands) in the curriculum area throughout each key stage.
• The standard of teaching & learning in the subject area.
• The effective use of resources and budgets.

KEY EXPECTATIONS/TASKS

• You are responsible for the wellbeing of both yourself and the colleagues under your leadership.  Any issues must be raised with your line manager immediately.
• Write the intervention timetables for your department, making best use of the resources and staffing available.
• Write the annual subject Action Plan, ensuring it feeds into the School Development Plan.
• Carry out all monitoring of the department, including teacher observations, work sampling, and ‘Drop-ins’.
• Write/oversee the production of all Schemes of Work, ensuring they follow all accurate and appropriate guidelines 
• Regularly meet with Head of School to identify key marginal groups of students, and then ensure departmental colleagues set and complete appropriate interventions.
• Ensure all departmental colleagues attend all relevant generic CPD sessions/staff meetings/briefings and arrange for subject specific CPD opportunities when required.
• Ensure all teaching areas are well presented and organised.  All health and safety and ICT issues are immediately reported to the appropriate support team.
• Monitor the setting of homework, house points and sanctions through ISAMS and TEAMS, and address any issues identified.
• Closely monitor CAPEX and OPEX budgets, ensuring that all resources are purchased in a timely manner, and that any major replacements of resources are highlighted and planned for.
• Highlight and recognise good practice and successes achieved within the subject area.  Address any underperformance and provide support to departmental colleagues when issues arise.
• Identify and run opportunities/trips for students to learn outside of the classroom.

BASIC QUALIFICATION

• Undergraduate degree plus a recognised teaching qualification.
• Maths or related education major an advantage
• Fluent English required

EXPERIENCE

EXPERTISE

• Display excellence in Maths teaching. 
• Show a track record of success in a previous Middle Leadership role. 
• Prior experience of working with ESL learners preferred.

PREFERRED APTITUDES

• Be able to assess pupils’ interests, needs and developments
• Be able to develop curriculum
• Display the Wellington Values
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Cross-cultural working experience is prefer

As an employer of choice, Wellington College China is committed to making professional learning and personal development central to its ethos and approach. WCC fully recognises its responsibilities for safeguarding children. Our safeguarding policy applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in the Group.