The Arbor School seeks a special individual for an exciting opportunity that has arisen within our school. The successful candidate will play a key role in fulfilling the school\xe2\x80\x99s ecological and sustainability vision, as well as challenging students to fulfil their potential within the academic disciplines. The Arbor School are seeking a highly motivated Head of Mathematics to lead the growing Maths department in the newly opened Secondary School. The department will consist of two Maths teachers with potential to lead the IT and Business teachers depending on experience
We are looking for an experienced leader with a passion for this core subject. The successful applicant will be able to teach students of all abilities as well as demonstrate a proven track record of securing outstanding student outcomes. The successful applicant should be proficient and experienced in teaching and leading Maths across GCSE/iGCSE and A Level or IB.
JOB SUMMARY The successful candidate will be proficient and experienced in leading a Maths department, ideally with experience of teaching across GCSE/iGCSE and setting up an A Level or IB programme. The successful applicant will be able to articulate clear plans for curriculum mapping, strong knowledge of assessment and data tools and a drive to develop the Maths curriculum in the school. They will form an integral component of the Maths team, with responsibilities across KS3, KS4 and eventually KS5 as the secondary school grows into a full A \xe2\x80\x93 Level programme. A person with a passion to stretch students to achieve their potential and beyond, and support students to develop a love for Maths is needed.
Key responsibilities

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  To lead in developing a Mathematics strategy including whole school curriculum mapping (working with Primary School), policy and procedure documentation, and meaningful assessment practices to show student progress.
• To developing and reviewing the Maths curriculum and schemes of work at KS3, KS4 and KS5 enabling stretch and challenge opportunities, and curriculum modification strategies
• Lead in the preparation, delivery and evaluation of schemes of work for the school in accordance with the National Curriculum requirements; with a particular focus on challenge, pace, high order questioning and thinking skills to facilitate students accessing the highest grades at KS4 and KS5.
• To develop a progressive programme where Mathematics is delivered through inquiry based delivery embedding real life situations and problems into lessons and using concept based frameworks
• To ensure that the learning environment is well-ordered, safe and stimulating, leading by example to encourage a high standard of display work in classrooms and communal areas with a clear emphasis on celebrating success, sharing achievements and highlighting specialist subject knowledge

THE ARBOR PROMISE Arbor teachers are a part of a community which is inclusive, fun-loving, and active. Arbor teachers enjoy authentic friendships with their colleagues, positive relationships with school leaders, who care for their wellbeing, and are a team in the true sense. Arbor teachers are resilient in the face of challenge, are stable and calm in the face of change, and creative and flexible when solving problems. Arbor teachers bring their passions and interests to enrich our school and are clear that there is an expectation to do so. We commit to meeting agreed deadlines, to communicating proactively with an assumption of positive intent and share a passion to provide an education of the highest quality to our students.
REQUIRED CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• Native-level English language skills
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Mathematics or similar, with a PGCE in Education with QTS or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience teaching Maths in the UK or a reputable British school overseas
• A track record of outstanding GSCE and/or A Level examination results
• A track record of outstanding teaching and learning and an ability to create a caring and nurturing classroom environment

REMUNERATION: Competitive tax-free salary, school provided accommodation, free school places for children, private medical insurance, annual airfares, and end of contract gratuity as per the UAE labour law.
APPLICATION: To apply for this position please ensure the following documents are sent to recruitment@thearborschool.ae, Attn: Mr. Brett Girven, with the role \xe2\x80\x9cSecondary Head of Mathematics" specified in the email header:

• An up-to-date CV with a recent photograph to be included.
• A letter of application, no longer than two pages in length, which outlines your educational philosophy and suitability for the Arbor School.

The Arbor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective safer recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to CV and qualification checks, interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.
All appointments are subject to the approval of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
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