Job Description
Maths specialist
Construction & Technology
Salary points: 27 – 38
Starting salary £23,245
All College posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If this post falls under the definition of
‘regulated’ then we will conduct a barred list check. As part of your role you are also expected
to register for the DBS Update service. This is a regulated post.
This is a new position within the College enabled by grant funding from the Education and Training
Foundation. The successful candidate will be sponsored to undertake a level 5 teaching qualification
(PGCE) to start September 2014, and will be trained to be a Teaching and Learning Observer after
completion of the PGCE.
A robust support network will be put in place to ensure that the successful candidate integrates and
succeeds in the role becoming a credible reference for embedding maths in vocational curriculum.
Due to the nature of the funding for the post it is anticipated that the successful applicant will complete a
minimum three year term in post.
Job purpose:
To advise on embedded maths in vocational topic areas – primarily construction crafts curriculum delivery.
To generate means by which best practice can be realised and shared across College.
Duties and Responsibilities:
An appointed specialist will be recruited to:
 Develop resources to assist in contextualising maths in to vocational curriculum
 Be available to network with vocational tutors
 Work to be able to directly deliver Functional Skills maths to learners
 Work to evaluate Schemes of Works and put forward further embedding opportunities
 Deliver specialist maths CPD sessions across the whole College to both vocational teachers and the
Colleges Training Officer team
 To research and adopt new technologies and digitally innovative resources for delivery. (Working
in partnership with LRC Manager and JISC)
 To become a trained observer and assist in the quality assurance processes linked to
contextualised math delivery within key vocational areas.
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To work closely with the HR team to improve maths delivery confidence and to act as an
ambassador to encourage and support maths skill development of practitioners.
This individual will be supported to look/visit externals with regard best practice and cutting edge
emerging practice and information to bring it back and feed in to cross college activity
As this is a new position within the College extensive support will be given by:
Curriculum Managers
Assistant Curriculum Managers
Advanced Learning Practitioners
Maths and English coordinating manager
Learning and Development Business Partner
Vice Principal Learning & Achievement
Maths practitioner network group
Critical Success Factors of this post:
 A realistic perception of Further Education and an ability to align maths to the level of subject
being taught.
 A people centred approach to progressing contextualised maths
 A passion for maths and a natural ability to articulate requirements and reasons for requirements
to others
 A clear understanding of the correlation between qualifications and application of maths related
skills in the workplace
Important additional information:
Although this role will be supported by a number of colleagues the successful candidate must feel
comfortable working autonomously and in leading others. Professional integrity, fairness, openness and
high expectations are College values which need to be evidently lived by the successful candidate. A keen
listener open to a coaching culture would fit the Colleges current culture.
Reports to: Curriculum Manager – Construction & Technology
Contacts (Internal and External):
Internal
Tutors, Programme Managers, Assistant Principals, Executive and all college employees
External
Education and Training Foundation
Training providers
Other FE providers
Employers
Holidays:
The basic holiday entitlement is 47 days plus 8 statutory days of which up to 5 days can be directed by
management. The holiday year is from September to August.
Health & Safety
The post holder is required to maintain and promote a positive attitude to health and safety and to comply
with and ensure compliance with health and safety codes of practice for the safety and wellbeing of
learners and staff.
Equality & Diversity
The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in
both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this
aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation
of this aim and related policies and programmes.
Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults
The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to
share this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and any post
involving regulated activity will also be subject to a barred list check.
Advisory notes:
The information given within this job description is intended to provide a general understanding of and
appreciation about the role within the Calderdale College setting. The job description is not designed to
detail specific daily duties which the postholder may undertake. The job description is reviewed annually
within the appraisal process and may be subject to change following discussion.
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Post Title:
Maths specialist
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Experience of working with 14-19 year olds
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Experience of working with others of varied backgrounds
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Experience of working autonomously in a position where persuasion and
communication is key
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Experience in using whiteboards, digital technologies and innovative strategies to
engage others in a learning/workshop experience
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Education & Training
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Educated to GCSE standard which must include English grade A-C
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Degree (min 2:2), either pure maths or with a strong mathematical application i.e.
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engineering
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Excellent IT skills particularly with progressive technologies
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Must be a supportive and co-operative team player with an ability to motivate others
Personal values which complement the College values of integrity, openness,
fairness, high expectation and enjoyment
High level of personal maturity with a natural style which embraces and celebrates
diversity
Excellent time management skills and an ability to coordinate activities for self and
others
Excellent administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and detail
An understanding of how to re-engage learners and inspire those who have
disengaged from learning
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Knowledge of FE awarding bodies and/or curriculum offer for 14-19s
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An understanding of the learner journey and the support services available to FE
learners
An understanding of how to engage learners with work readiness programmes and to
promote the benefits of embedded maths
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Experience posting items on web pages, blogging and centrally storing resources
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Knowledge of or experience of working in the construction industry
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Additional Factors
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Committed to the principles of inclusiveness and equality and diversity
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Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and
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vulnerable adults.
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Commitment to working in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures
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Must be committed to and uphold the College’s corporate values
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Commitment to participate in staff development
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