Head of Mathematics
Job Description
We are looking for a highly qualified, dedicated, creative, adaptable and enthusiastic Head of Mathematics for an August 2025 start.
The Head of Mathematics will play a key role in the development of the mathematics academic programme at SPGS International School Chengdu and in leading the Department and its staff.
The postholder will be responsible for Mathematics at Key Stage 3, 4 and 5, oversee all aspects of curriculum development and take responsibility for academic attainment and student progress.
Developing the department’s reputation for academic excellence and achievement will depend on the inspiration, dynamism, guidance, organisational skills and example of the HoD.
In addition to the expected generic duties outlined below, the Head of Mathematics will be expected to foster an enjoyment of mathematics among pupils of all abilities and ages, ensuring that the curriculum is based on rigour and scholarly challenge and that there is a commensurate co-curricular programme to support and extend pupils across all levels. Throughout the year, students will take part in mathematics competitions both within school and externally, to test their problem-solving skills in situations outside of the normal syllabus and to prepare them for university admissions.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or relevant subject area.
· PGCE / QTS.
LANGUAGES
· Fluent in English.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
· Minimum five years’ teaching experience in education at a UK or international school at IGCSE and A-level including, ideally, Further Maths.
· Previous middle leader experience desirable.
· Proven record of success as a classroom teacher
· Preparation of students for STEP or other university mathematics admissions tests (desirable)
COMPETENCIES
· Familiarity with the National Curriculum of England (plus IGCSE/GCSE and/or A Levels as appropriate).
· Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
· Excellent leadership skills
· Excellent communication, teamwork and collaborative skills, with an even-handed, sensitive approach, an understanding and empathy with the feelings and motives of others, able to see things from the perspective of others and work effectively with students, parents and colleagues.
· Strong communication, teamwork and collaborative skills for working with students, colleagues and parents,
· Proficiency in using technology and educational software to enhance instruction and facilitate learning.
· Strong organisation, planning and administrative skills, with a proven record of meeting targets and deadlines.
APTITUDES
· A wide and enduring interest in their subject area, evidenced by their commitment to it beyond the classroom, with the ability to inspire and stretch able students.
· Strong communication, teamwork and collaborative skills for working with students, parents and staff.
· Enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to helping all for whom they have responsibility, students and staff, to achieve the best possible standards
· A willingness to explore innovative approaches from across the educational field.
· Flexibility, adaptability and a willingness to collaborate with and support colleagues, contributing to the overall development of the school community.
· A dedicated team-player who strives for excellence and leads by exam ple
· Sound judgement, with the ability to make reasoned, reasonable and balanced decisions.
· Have an active interest in current developments in their subject, and its teaching, and in wider educational issues.
· Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous professional development
· Demonstrating practice that represent the five core SPGS values at all times (Achievement, Community, Liberalism, Creativity and Possibility).
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply on TES and your latest CV to hr.sisc@spgs-shengbo.com
References will be taken up including direct contact with your current, or most recent
employer for a safeguarding reference check and to confirm clearance from
contract commitment.
SPGS International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children. Safeguarding children is taken very seriously and all staff will be
subject to rigorous checks and an interview process that will include a
safeguarding panel. All new staff will be subject to enhanced pre-employment
clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification
checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps in
employment. Two satisfactory professional references, which will be verified as
part of the pre-employment process, will also be required.
Please find more information here：
https://spgs-international-school-chengdu.hirehive.com/
(86)028 81294217
