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University of Sussex
Assistant Professor in Secondary Education (Mathematics) Ref: 43613 (Fixed Term)
Brighton On-site 5-10 yrs exp
Mathematics EducationTeachingPresentation SkillsCommunicationOrganizational Skills
Requirements
Candidates should have significant experience in Secondary Mathematics Education and ideally hold a Masters level qualification. Strong presentation and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, are essential.
Job Description
About The Role
The School of Education and Social Work is seeking an established Secondary Teacher of Mathematics to take on a significant role in Secondary Initial Teacher Education at the University of Sussex and across our growing school Partnership.
It is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to our established Postgraduate Secondary course (with QTS) and offer specialist subject knowledge and pedagogic expertise in Mathematics Education. The Mathematics course recruits around 30 students each year, and the secondary programme around 180. The programme is delivered in partnership with primary schools across Sussex.
Contributions to the course will include teaching on core modules, supervising students during professional practice as well as providing academic supervision for postgraduate or masters level assignments.
About You
We are seeking someone who has significant experience and expertise in Secondary Mathematics Education, teaching across key stages 3 to 5.
Ideally you will be educated to Masters level or other appropriate qualification, or appropriate level of experience. You will have excellent presentation skills, with an ability to communicate effectively to both students, colleagues and external audiences. An ability to work individually on your own initiative, yet also work as part of a team is essential.
You will have excellent organisation skills and be able to prioritise to meet deadlines, with an ability to employ strong IT skills, in order to support the production of high-quality inclusive learning materials.
It would be desirable if you have had recent experience of mentoring secondary student teachers, and also interested and engaged in scholarship in education.
About Our School
The School of Education and Social Work is divided into two departments:
We provide opportunities for learning and professional development in an environment which encourages intellectual engagement, reflection and debate. We offer a range of courses - from first degrees, certificates and diplomas, to Masters level qualifications and PhDs.
Our teaching is informed by cutting-edge research on issues of significance in education, childhood and youth and social work and social care. Staff across the School are recognised for the quality of their teaching and research locally, nationally and internationally. The School is committed to the highest quality of teaching and has achieved excellent scores in all NSS categories, and faculty members regularly receive University teaching awards and external recognition for their work.
Research undertaken across the school is of immediate policy and practice relevance. We work closely with a wide range of research users and partners, including national governments and international organisations. We actively support the transfer of research insights into practice including through our relationships with local stakeholders and seek to make a real impact on our wider communities. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework work by the Department for Education was ranked 1st for Research Impact.
Our Four Research Centres Occupy a Central Place In What Is a Stimulating, Interdisciplinary Research Environment And Together They Support And Promote The Production Of Rigorous, Critically Engaged Research. Candidates Will Be Invited To Join Any Of The Following
Please find further information regarding the School of Education and Social Work on our website.
The School of Education and Social Work is proud to hold a Bronze Athena Swann Award.
Why work here
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
Find Out More About Our Reward And Benefits Package.
Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion.
Further Key Information
For further details or an informal discussion, please contact Andy Lowe Head of Initial Teacher Education at andrew.lowe@sussex.ac.uk or Head of School, Professor Janet Body at J.M.Boddy@sussex.ac.uk
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Eligibility
Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role has been assigned an eligible SOC code and meets the requirements for Skilled Worker Sponsorship if full time and appointed at Grade 7.5. In order to meet the salary requirements, candidates would need to be eligible to use tradeable points option C or E. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship.
The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.
The School of Education and Social Work is seeking an established Secondary Teacher of Mathematics to take on a significant role in Secondary Initial Teacher Education at the University of Sussex and across our growing school Partnership.
It is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to our established Postgraduate Secondary course (with QTS) and offer specialist subject knowledge and pedagogic expertise in Mathematics Education. The Mathematics course recruits around 30 students each year, and the secondary programme around 180. The programme is delivered in partnership with primary schools across Sussex.
Contributions to the course will include teaching on core modules, supervising students during professional practice as well as providing academic supervision for postgraduate or masters level assignments.
About You
We are seeking someone who has significant experience and expertise in Secondary Mathematics Education, teaching across key stages 3 to 5.
Ideally you will be educated to Masters level or other appropriate qualification, or appropriate level of experience. You will have excellent presentation skills, with an ability to communicate effectively to both students, colleagues and external audiences. An ability to work individually on your own initiative, yet also work as part of a team is essential.
You will have excellent organisation skills and be able to prioritise to meet deadlines, with an ability to employ strong IT skills, in order to support the production of high-quality inclusive learning materials.
It would be desirable if you have had recent experience of mentoring secondary student teachers, and also interested and engaged in scholarship in education.
About Our School
The School of Education and Social Work is divided into two departments:
- Department of Education
- Department of Social Work and Social Care
We provide opportunities for learning and professional development in an environment which encourages intellectual engagement, reflection and debate. We offer a range of courses - from first degrees, certificates and diplomas, to Masters level qualifications and PhDs.
Our teaching is informed by cutting-edge research on issues of significance in education, childhood and youth and social work and social care. Staff across the School are recognised for the quality of their teaching and research locally, nationally and internationally. The School is committed to the highest quality of teaching and has achieved excellent scores in all NSS categories, and faculty members regularly receive University teaching awards and external recognition for their work.
Research undertaken across the school is of immediate policy and practice relevance. We work closely with a wide range of research users and partners, including national governments and international organisations. We actively support the transfer of research insights into practice including through our relationships with local stakeholders and seek to make a real impact on our wider communities. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework work by the Department for Education was ranked 1st for Research Impact.
Our Four Research Centres Occupy a Central Place In What Is a Stimulating, Interdisciplinary Research Environment And Together They Support And Promote The Production Of Rigorous, Critically Engaged Research. Candidates Will Be Invited To Join Any Of The Following
- The Centre for International Education (CIE) – Centre of Excellence
- The Centre for Innovation and Research in Childhood and Youth (CIRCY) – Centre of Excellence
- The Centre for Social Work Innovation and Research (CSWIR)
- The Centre for Teaching and Learning Research (CTLR)
Please find further information regarding the School of Education and Social Work on our website.
The School of Education and Social Work is proud to hold a Bronze Athena Swann Award.
Why work here
Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.
Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.
Find Out More About Our Reward And Benefits Package.
Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion.
Further Key Information
For further details or an informal discussion, please contact Andy Lowe Head of Initial Teacher Education at andrew.lowe@sussex.ac.uk or Head of School, Professor Janet Body at J.M.Boddy@sussex.ac.uk
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Eligibility
Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role has been assigned an eligible SOC code and meets the requirements for Skilled Worker Sponsorship if full time and appointed at Grade 7.5. In order to meet the salary requirements, candidates would need to be eligible to use tradeable points option C or E. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship.
The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.
Education
Postgraduate Degree
Skills
Mathematics EducationTeachingPresentation SkillsCommunicationOrganizational SkillsIT SkillsMentoringScholarship