Director of Mathematics Faculty – Kirk Balk Academy – Barnsley

We would like to present you with a truly exceptional opportunity to play a key role in shaping the provision of secondary education and lifelong learning prospects within our ambitious Mathematics Faculty.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, energetic, dynamic and ambitious practitioner who has the capacity to become an outstanding Leader initially at Faculty Level and eventually at Senior Leadership Level.

The successful candidate will benefit from a significantly reduced teaching load, to enable a real focus raising standards through the development of teaching and learning within the in Mathematics Faculty.

 The candidate will:

Be an outstanding teacher with the drive and capacity to really thrive in this role and make a significant difference
Want to become a truly outstanding leader with ambition for senior leadership
Have a clear vision of how to improve standards, raise achievement and improve the quality of teaching in Mathematics
Be able to lead, motivate and inspire students and colleagues

In addition to leading our Mathematics Faculty, which includes ICT and Business Studies, the successful candidate will work closely with the dynamic and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team. This will be ideal preparation for Assistant Headship and beyond.

Kirk Balk Academy offers the successful candidate a whole-hearted commitment to professional learning that places individual development at the heart of its ethos. You will also benefit from opportunities to learn as part of a dynamic, forward-facing leadership team with an outstanding track record in school improvement.

The Academy has the significant benefits of a new build which was officially opened in April 2011 and offers exciting and innovative opportunities to students and staff. We strongly recommend visiting our inspirational campus.

This could be your opportunity to make a significant and measurable difference in improving the educational attainment of the children and young people in this community.

Application forms and further details are available from mPedler@kirkbalkacademy.org or the website www.kirkbalkacademy.org

Completed application forms and covering letters should be sent to mPedler@kirkbalkacademy.org

Please note that we do not accept CV’s – applicants must submit a KBA application form.
Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 5th October 2015
Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 12th October 2015

Informal visits are available and are very strongly encouraged.

Please contact Michelle Pedler using the details above

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for the successful applicant.

Kirk Balk Academy
West Street, Hoyland, Barnsley, S74 9HX
Tel: 01226 742286 Fax: 01226 741267
Principal Ms J M Nolan
NOR = 1200 – 11-16 Mixed.
Website: www.kirkbalkacademy.org

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