We are currently seeking to fill the position of Teacher of Mathematics.

Description

We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Teacher's pension scheme
• Free staff lunches during term time
• Employee assistance programme
• Complimentary refreshments during hours of work
• Access to sporting and gym facilities
• A great working environment as part of a developing team and the possibility of opportunities for the role to grow.
• Fee concessions are available for staff children who attend Glenalmond and Craigclowan School

The Position

We are looking to appoint a teacher of Mathematics for a January 2025 start. The successful candidate should be able to teach up to A-level/Advanced Higher in Mathematics and be registered, or eligible to be registered, with GTC Scotland.  

The College

Founded in 1847 by William Gladstone and others, Glenalmond College is a fully co-educational boarding and day school, set in the stunning Perthshire countryside and enjoying magnificent grounds of over 300 acres in an unrivalled setting at the foot of the Grampian hills. The principal point of entry is at 13 but we have a small Second Form group which is geared towards those transferring at 12 from the Scottish primary system. There are presently four boys' boarding houses and three girls' houses.  

The School has excellent academic and co-curricular facilities.  In addition to cricket, rugby, and lacrosse pitches, there are tennis courts, squash courts, a grass athletics track a nine-hole golf course, a swimming pool, a sports hall, and an all-weather playing surface.   The Robin Thomson Theatre building is our drama and musical productions venue.  The School has a strong CCF contingent, an outstanding Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme, and a Community Service programme that operates locally regularly.

The Department

The Mathematics Department has an enviable track record at Glenalmond, where a passionate team of teaching staff come together to encourage pupils to reach their full potential. The department has a very high profile in the school, and our numbers at GCSE, and A-level are high. The department has 5 full-time teachers and aims to bring the subjects to life beyond the classroom: several competitions and extra-curricular activities are run by members of the team, and candidates will be expected to run and contribute to such events/activities. 

Functions

• To teach an academic timetable as stipulated by the examination boards

• To monitor pupil attendance and academic performance 

• To take responsibility for all aspects of teaching and learning in Mathematics within and beyond the curriculum 

• To ensure all pupils are motivated and are given opportunities to develop their creative talents in a positive, innovative, and effective working environment

• Ensure that all departmental documentation is collated and securely managed with Data Protection in mind and available for inspection when required

• A willingness to be committed to a boarding school ethos; the successful applicant will be expected to take a tutor group and assist with evening duties in a boarding house, normally one evening per week.

• To teach an academic timetable of GCSE and A-level courses as stipulated by the examination boards. Teaching also takes place on Saturday mornings (except leave out weekends which occur twice per term).

• To participate fully in the culture of the school which will include pastoral duties, boarding house duties, form tutor duties, extra-curricular responsibilities, and other school duties. This includes Saturday afternoon extra-curricular responsibilities.

Equal Opportunities

• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of Equality and Diversity legislation and the College’s Equality and Diversity policies and procedures, in particular regarding the recruitment and retention of staff.

Safeguarding

• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of Safeguarding legislation, and the College’s safeguarding policies and procedures.

Health & Safety

• Ensure that an up-to-date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation as applicable to the role is maintained and that the College’s Health and Safety policies and procedures are fully implemented and adhered to.

Professional Development

• Maintain and update your own knowledge and skills in line with legislation and the needs of the role

Terms

The College has its own pay scale and accommodation may be available as part of the role. We can offer you a competitive salary, complimentary refreshments and meals during hours of work, a good working environment as part of a close-knit team, and the possibility of opportunities for the role to grow and develop.

Fee concessions are available for staff children who attend Glenalmond and there are various reciprocal arrangements with local Prep schools.

Glenalmond staff has access to onsite school facilities to use at their leisure, including a gym, 25m swimming pool, 9-hole golf course, squash courts, tennis courts, and staff common room.

Personal and Professional Qualities Sought

• A proven track record of excellence in the delivery of Mathematics
• A candidate who will be able to work collaboratively and productively with staff from other disciplines when required.
• A qualified teacher of Mathematics with a passion for the subject.
• Ability to lead and inspire others
• Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal and listening skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• An in-depth understanding of life in a Boarding School
• Demonstrable experience of pastoral care provision
• The ability to represent the school to parents,  external agencies and  professional bodies
• A willingness to embrace continual, personal professional development.

Applications for the post

Glenalmond is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers/Disclosure Scotland at an enhanced level. Appointments will be conditional on references acceptable to the College and sight of original qualification certificates.

All applications must be made on the College Application Form. Please also include a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.

Detailed information about Glenalmond, together with a copy of this job description and an application form, can be found at: 

https://www.glenalmondcollege.co.uk/about-us/work-for-us

The closing date for this post is Friday 1st March 2024 at 9 am with interviews scheduled from Wednesday 6th March 2024, although we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time in the recruitment process.

All applications should be sent to hr@glenalmondcollege.co.uk