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January 2018Ref: SI/DB

Teacher of Mathematics, Permanent Post, Full Time from April 2018.

Dear Colleague

Thank you for expressing an interest in this opportunity at such an exciting time in the development of our School. York High School is a mixed 11-16 school serving a genuinely comprehensive intake, we take pride in our commitment to making a difference to the life chances of all of our students.

The excellent facilities and committed staff have made a significant contribution in transforming the expectations of our students and the community in the last 10 years. The school had received two ‘Good’ judgements in Ofsted Inspections since its opening, however, last year York High School was placed in special measures predominantly due to the quality of teaching. Our new appointments will have a fundamental role as we start the journey back to ‘Good’ in 2020.

The school prides itself on its honesty and openness and we would strongly encourage any prospective candidate to visit the school where you will see the following:

A new dynamic Leadership team with a track record of success, who are leading change through a commitment to high quality teaching and professional development.

A staff body that is committed to improvement and change through supporting each other. An excellent Pastoral Team supporting both students and staff. Classes that are well ordered and behaved. Students that are happy, cared for and confident.

Please do not just take my word for it, please contact me on 01904 555500 or email d.becton@yorkhighschool to arrange a visit to the school. York High School is a very special place to work where you will get the chance to make a significant difference in our pupils lives.

Applications should be made through the recruitment page of our website www.yorkhighschool.co.uk/recruitment. Please note: Application by CV will not be accepted.

The closing date and time for applications will be 4th February at midnight.I look forward to receiving your application.

Yours sincerely

Rod simsHead of School

Inspiring People – Achieving Excellence______________________________________________________________________________________________

York High School, Cornlands Road, York, YO24 3WZHeadteacher: Mr Rod Sims | Tel: (01904) 555500 | Email: [email protected] | Website: www.yorkhighschool.co.uk

At the Heart of the Community

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SAFEGUARDING YOUNG PEOPLE

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people is a key priority at York High School.

We have robust Child Protection and Safeguarding Policies and all staff receive training relevant to their role in line with the policy at induction, and throughout their employment at the school.

Declaration of Criminal Records, Convictions and Cautions

The post you are applying for involves regular care for, training, supervision or contact with those under the age of 18 years and is, therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. This means you must disclose information about any spent or unspent convictions when completing the Declaration of Criminal Records, Convictions and Cautions attached to the Job Application included in the pack. You must also provide information about cautions, no matter how long ago they occurred and regardless of whether the offences were committed as an adult or juvenile.

Failure to complete and sign the Declaration of Criminal Records, Convictions and Cautions declaration attached to the enclosed City of York application, will invalidate your application for this post.

References

In relation to this appointment process you should be aware your referees will be asked, “Are you aware of any Child Protection allegations or issues of a similar nature in relation to this person? If so please provide details.”

Personal Identification

If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be asked to present original documentation which confirms your identity, address and any relevant qualifications for this post, when you attend for interview. The authenticity of these documents will be verified by our HR Manager and photocopied as evidential confirmation of your identity.

DBS Enhanced Clearance

All appointments to York High School are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance (On 1 December 2012, the Criminal Records Bureau merged with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) to become the Disclosure and Barring Service)

You will be asked to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form if you are successful in your application; Enhanced clearance is a prerequisite for employment.




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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YORK HIGH SCHOOL

York High School is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive school of approximately 800 pupils which opened in September 2007. In January 2009, we moved to our site on Cornlands Road where we are housed in an £18 million school and leisure facility fit for purpose in the 21st century.

As a community school, we work in partnership with the local authority, ensuring our school and buildings are at the heart of its community. We have excellent sports facilities on site including climbing centre, fitness suite, dance studio, sports hall and all weather pitch, as well as our 6 lane swimming, learner and hydrotherapy pools. Our drama and recording studios, well-appointed classrooms, modern learning resource centre, excellent ICT facilities, café style catering amenity, and central atrium offer our pupils the very best environment in which to learn and develop as individuals and as a school community.

York High School is committed to using international links to raise aspirations and broaden the experiences of young people. We have links with schools in Tanzania, Uganda and Holland, and we used the 2012 Olympics to become the lead school in York for the International Inspirations Programmes. This year we are supporting residential trips to France, Belgium and Spain. We want our pupils to understand, and experience first-hand, the importance of our global community and the contribution they can make as citizens in a rapidly changing world.

Our school is situated on the west side of the historic city of York and is part of the City of York Local Authority which is small but very successful. Schools across the city work together in community and learning partnerships. We work closely with our partner primary schools in the West of the City.




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Post: Teacher of Maths at YHS

Responsible to: Subject Leader

The professional duties of all classroom teachers are set out in the current Teachers Pay and Conditions Document and the National Standards for Teaching (published May 2012, revised June 2013) as summarised below.

Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern, and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up to date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents in the best interests of their pupils.

All Classroom Teachers are expected to:

1) 2) Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils: 3) Promote good progress and outcomes for all pupils.4) Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge. 5) Plan and teach well structured lessons. 6) Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils. 7) Make accurate and productive use of assessment. 8) Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment. 9) Fulfil wider professional responsibilities. 10) Demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct.

Full documentation is available to view at:

The National Standards for Teaching (published May 2012, revised June 2013) https://www.education.gov.uk/publications/eOrderingDownload/teachers%20standards.pdf




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Person Specification

Post: Teacher of Maths at YHS

Essential Qualities for All Posts at York High School:

Integrity Honesty A capacity for hard work Commitment to high standards Flexibility Sense of humour Determination Optimism Creativity

Qualities Specific to this Post

Essential:

An ‘Outstanding’ classroom teacher or the potential to become one. A good degree in the curricular area. Strong subject knowledge of the curricular area. Ability to inspire, motivate and challenge young people. Concern for young people and their families. Ability to self-evaluate. A clear understanding of how adults other than teachers contribute to the raising

of standards. Committed to fulfilling wider professional responsibilities. Committed to working in full accordance with the National Standards for Teachers

(published May 2012, revised June 2013).




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MATHEMATICS TEACHING TEAM

Curriculum Vision

The Mathematics Team at York High School expect very high standards from all our pupils. We aim to foster and develop the potential of every student and promote a positive attitude towards Maths. By encouraging an ethos of self-motivation, confidence and challenge we aim to develop the key skills young people will need for the future. The team plays an important role in supporting whole school targets. Outstanding teaching, early identification and intervention is the key to pupil achievement in the subject area. Pupils have the opportunity to sit GCSE examinations early and the option to study GCSE Statistics.

In order to reach our goals we place a huge emphasis on target setting and the monitoring of work throughout the year. Extra-Curricular activities including Year 7 and 10 coaching, UK Maths Challenge, Stock Market Challenge and Year 8 Team Challenge flourish within the team’s programme.

All pupils in Maths are setted in both key stages. Within each ability band all teachers follow a common scheme of work ensuring that pupils’ experience of Mathematics is similar irrespective of grouping. At KS4, pupils follow the Edexcel Linear Maths Syllabus.

Buildings and Resources

The team is housed together, to ensure all members of the team are fully supported in their roles and have their faculty work room where they can plan together, sharing ideas and resources. The faculty teaching bases are all equipped with interactive whiteboards and projectors. We have a wide range of resources available to staff including books, worksheets and subject based software.

CPD Opportunities

We are committed to CPD and all efforts will be made to support the successful candidate in his/her personal professional development. Faculty members are encouraged to discuss personal CPD needs at their annual review meetings.




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