Lead Practitioner (Maths)

Heathcoteschool; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 55,000 - GBP 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive community school is seeking a Lead Practitioner to enhance teaching and learning. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher to impact the entire school while focusing on subject expertise. With a commitment to professional growth and well-being, this position allows for collaborative development within a supportive environment. The school is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all staff and students. If you are passionate about education and ready to take the next step in your career, this is the perfect opportunity.

Benefits

Staff Parking

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching with a focus on high-quality education.
• Ability to develop and implement effective teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Enhance teaching and learning strategies across the school.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve educational outcomes.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Leadership Skills

Curriculum Development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education or Related Field

Job description

Lead Practitioner Point 2-6 £55,250-£60,562 (Subject to experience)

Ofsted Good – 2024

Heathcote School and Science College is an inclusive community school with key values to Encourage, Challenge, and Succeed. These values are central to supporting and nurturing pupils to achieve the best outcomes in a safe and happy environment. Our recent Ofsted report (February 2024) highlighted that staff greatly enjoy working here and value the support for workload and well-being.

We are investing significantly in core subjects this year, focusing on reducing class sizes and increasing curriculum time. We seek a Lead Practitioner to enhance teaching and learning, close gaps earlier, and provide high-quality education, especially for higher-ability and disadvantaged pupils. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher to impact the whole school while remaining rooted in their subject expertise.

As a Lead Practitioner, you will collaborate with the leadership team to improve teaching and learning strategies and develop your leadership skills. This position is ideal for those considering their next career step, providing a platform to shape best practices and inspire students and colleagues.

Our school prioritizes well-being and professional growth, encouraging staff to develop collaboratively within the school and with local institutions. We aim to raise standards in a supportive environment that fosters growth and consistency. The school boasts excellent resources and a spacious site near Epping Forest, including a staff parking area and accessible public transport options.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, employing anonymized recruitment processes and valuing staff from diverse backgrounds to reflect our community. Our policies align with the 2010 Equalities Act.

If interested, please visit the TES website for application forms and further details. We encourage visits to the school before applying and welcome inquiries via email.

Closing date: Tuesday 22nd April 2025 at 9am. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before this date.

Heathcote School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Contact us: Sixth Form Telephone
020 8498 5110 – Option 3

Address: Heathcote School & Science College
96 Normanton Park
Chingford, London
E4 6ES