Teacher of Physics and Mathematics at St Andrew’s School Turi

Teacher of Physics and Mathematics at St Andrew’s School Turi

Skills and Attributes

The successful candidate should have:

•  Excellent knowledge and delivery of the Physics curriculum and assessment materials
•  Excellent knowledge and delivery of the Mathematics curriculum and assessment materials
•  Purpose, the highest standards of personal integrity, someone who seeks the highest in all they do
•  A strong personal empathy with the School’s Christian ethos
•  Outstanding understanding of the collection, analysis and use of data to improve student outcomes
• A professional demeanor that is supportive, encouraging, compassionate and inclusive
• Impressive personal presence and presentation
• Excellent literate and numerate skills, excellent in the use of IT and with a keen eye for detail
• High work standards evidenced by a consistently thorough detailed and organised approach
• The presence, intellect, tact and credibility to represent the School at all levels and to a variety of audiences
•  Vision, creativity and imagination combined with the ability to understand the strategic vision
• First class oral and written communication, and presentation skills
•  High levels of discretion and confidentiality
•  The ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload, to meet deadlines and to work calmly under pressure

Responsibilities

The overarching responsibilities of the role include:

• Promoting the Christian ethos of the school
• Establishing and developing a culture of excellence
• Ensuring delivery of excellent Mathematics provision at the Senior School
• Developing and improving the overall quality of academic provision
• Developing and delivering outstanding assessment for learning, in line with school policy
• Ensuring accurate reporting data and identifying trends to improve academic outcomes for all

Beyond that, we want staff who are committed to allowing students to thrive; first-class communicators; passionate about education and the students they teach; creative and diligent in their planning; and, given life in a full boarding
school (in a remote location), are adaptable, energetic and resilient.

Terms and Conditions

Remuneration

There is a generous overall remuneration package as detailed below:

• Salary: The successful applicant will receive a salary commensurate with their experience and qualifications
• Accommodation: Suitable rent-free accommodation will be provided as a taxable benefit.
• School fees (where applicable): There is a 100% fee remission for staff children throughout the School; places are subject to the School’s normal entry requirements. 70% of the tax due will be covered by an extra allowance.
• Medical care: All members of staff and their families (below 18 years) are covered under a comprehensive insurance scheme.
• Pension: The School operates a defined contribution pension scheme in which the employer and employee each contribute 6% of the monthly salary.
• Relocation: Outward and return flights for the applicant, and for his/her spouse and dependent children [up to the age of 18] as applicable, together with a freight allowance, at the beginning and end of the contract period, are paid for by the School. This is applicable to staff recruited from outside the country.
• Meals: These are provided during term time as a taxable benefit.
• Facilities: Extensive recreational facilities are open to use by staff and their families. The onsite Phoenix Club, serving a wide range of food and beverages, acts as a wonderful social hub for the staff community and their families throughout the year.

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Application Procedure

To find out more please contact the Senior School Head’s PA, Ms Roberta Mulli, to arrange a
phone call with Mrs Lucy Hemsley, Senior School Deputy Head Academic.

Applications should be submitted via the school website St. Andrews Turi Career Opportunities –
St. Andrews Turi (standrewsturi.com) and include: a completed application form, and a brief
covering letter.
If your application is successful, we will contact you within three working days of the closing date.