Local Lead (Maths Education Progression)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 16 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £52,530 to £57,680 per annum, depending on experience |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | NR1 |
| Cwmni: | MEI |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 50 |
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SCOPE AND PURPOSE
Working in an agreed geographical area the post-holder will work with their local Maths Hubs to improve progression to study maths
at Level 3 with a particular focus on working with teachers to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
We are currently looking to grow our team in the following areas where we have exciting opportunities available:
* West Midlands- We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates in the geographical areas of
Wolverhampton covered by the SHaW or North Mids Maths Hub WV1 postcode.
* Central- We are particularly interested to receive applications from candidates in the geographical areas of Norwich covered by
the East Anglia region and Angles Hub NR1 postcode.
If you are based in or near one of these regions and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you passionate about improving maths education and supporting disadvantaged students to reach their full potential? Join MEI
as a Local Lead, working with your regional Maths Hub to raise attainment and progression to Level 3 Maths.Lead work with schools
to boost GCSE Maths performance and support students with high maths potential.
* Collaborate with Maths Hubs and post-16 leads to increase participation in A level, Core Maths and STEM pathways.
* Provide professional development and curriculum support to secondary maths teachers.
* Organise events with universities and employers to raise student aspirations.
* Represent MEI/AMSP at local and regional education events.
Communication
* Work as part of the Level 3 team.
* Report to their Senior Local Lead relating to their work, overseen by the Director for School & Stakeholder Engagement.
* Promote the support provided by the AMSP by attending local and regional events, acting as a representative of the AMSP.
* Liaise with HEIs, employers, careers organisations and other appropriate local agencies and stakeholders in their area.
* Provide required reporting information of school and college engagement to AMSP leadership and Maths Hubs.
In addition, the Local Lead will assist the School & Stakeholder Engagement Team by:
* maintaining awareness and knowledge of current developments in mathematics education policy, research and practice relevant to
the role.
* meeting MEI’s requirements for safeguarding, quality management, health and safety, other legal requirements and environmental
policies.
* Contribute to the wider work of MEI as required
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
The Local Lead will work closely with the following groups:
* Director for School & Stakeholder Engagement
* Operations Support teams
* NCETM Link Coordinator
* Local Leads and Senior Local Leads
MEI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people that it serves. All our staff share this commitment
and have a role to play in safeguarding. Successful applicants will be subject to a comprehensive set of pre-employment checks.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
* Experience of working in a regional or national role within maths education
* A passion for mathematics and mathematics teaching
* Qualified Teacher Status
* 3+ years of direct experience of teaching mathematics to students across the 11-19 age range
* Experience of teaching both GCSE and AS/A level Mathematics
* An education expert with deep subject knowledge and experience of implementing pedagogical best practice in subject and phase
* A first degree in mathematics, or a strongly mathematics-based subject
* Experience of supporting the development of mathematics teachers
* Experience of leadership and management in a mathematics education context
* The ability to think creatively and recognise opportunities
* Strong IT skills including the use of technology in teaching mathematics
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Good team-working skills and the willingness to work as part of a team
* The ability to inspire others
* High levels of self-motivation and well-developed time management skills
* An appreciation of MEI's work and philosophy
* The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
* Experience of teaching AS/A level Further Mathematics
* Experience of teaching Level 3 Core Maths
* Experience of delivering professional development for teachers of GCSE and/or A level Maths
* Experience of delivering online teaching and/or online professional development
* Experience of teaching in the state-sector
* Experience of mathematics enrichment or outreach work
* Experience of using software in the development of teaching/learning resources, such as quiz authoring tools, shared working
environments, and mathematics software such as Desmos, GeoGebra or similar.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This role is home/remote based and will involve some travel and occasional overnight stays away from home with expenses paid. The
role may also involve some occasional work on a Saturday.
The closing date for applications will be Friday 31st October at 12pm.
The first stage of interviews will take place online early November with then the second phase of face-to-face interviews from mid
November.
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview
before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
SCOPE AND PURPOSE
Working in an agreed geographical area the post-holder will work with their local Maths Hubs to improve progression to study maths
at Level 3 with a particular focus on working with teachers to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
We are currently looking to grow our team in the following areas where we have exciting opportunities available:
* West Midlands- We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates in the geographical areas of
Wolverhampton covered by the SHaW or North Mids Maths Hub WV1 postcode.
* Central- We are particularly interested to receive applications from candidates in the geographical areas of Norwich covered by
the East Anglia region and Angles Hub NR1 postcode.
If you are based in or near one of these regions and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you passionate about improving maths education and supporting disadvantaged students to reach their full potential? Join MEI
as a Local Lead, working with your regional Maths Hub to raise attainment and progression to Level 3 Maths.Lead work with schools
to boost GCSE Maths performance and support students with high maths potential.
* Collaborate with Maths Hubs and post-16 leads to increase participation in A level, Core Maths and STEM pathways.
* Provide professional development and curriculum support to secondary maths teachers.
* Organise events with universities and employers to raise student aspirations.
* Represent MEI/AMSP at local and regional education events.
Communication
* Work as part of the Level 3 team.
* Report to their Senior Local Lead relating to their work, overseen by the Director for School & Stakeholder Engagement.
* Promote the support provided by the AMSP by attending local and regional events, acting as a representative of the AMSP.
* Liaise with HEIs, employers, careers organisations and other appropriate local agencies and stakeholders in their area.
* Provide required reporting information of school and college engagement to AMSP leadership and Maths Hubs.
In addition, the Local Lead will assist the School & Stakeholder Engagement Team by:
* maintaining awareness and knowledge of current developments in mathematics education policy, research and practice relevant to
the role.
* meeting MEI’s requirements for safeguarding, quality management, health and safety, other legal requirements and environmental
policies.
* Contribute to the wider work of MEI as required
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
The Local Lead will work closely with the following groups:
* Director for School & Stakeholder Engagement
* Operations Support teams
* NCETM Link Coordinator
* Local Leads and Senior Local Leads
MEI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people that it serves. All our staff share this commitment
and have a role to play in safeguarding. Successful applicants will be subject to a comprehensive set of pre-employment checks.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
* Experience of working in a regional or national role within maths education
* A passion for mathematics and mathematics teaching
* Qualified Teacher Status
* 3+ years of direct experience of teaching mathematics to students across the 11-19 age range
* Experience of teaching both GCSE and AS/A level Mathematics
* An education expert with deep subject knowledge and experience of implementing pedagogical best practice in subject and phase
* A first degree in mathematics, or a strongly mathematics-based subject
* Experience of supporting the development of mathematics teachers
* Experience of leadership and management in a mathematics education context
* The ability to think creatively and recognise opportunities
* Strong IT skills including the use of technology in teaching mathematics
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Good team-working skills and the willingness to work as part of a team
* The ability to inspire others
* High levels of self-motivation and well-developed time management skills
* An appreciation of MEI's work and philosophy
* The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
* Experience of teaching AS/A level Further Mathematics
* Experience of teaching Level 3 Core Maths
* Experience of delivering professional development for teachers of GCSE and/or A level Maths
* Experience of delivering online teaching and/or online professional development
* Experience of teaching in the state-sector
* Experience of mathematics enrichment or outreach work
* Experience of using software in the development of teaching/learning resources, such as quiz authoring tools, shared working
environments, and mathematics software such as Desmos, GeoGebra or similar.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This role is home/remote based and will involve some travel and occasional overnight stays away from home with expenses paid. The
role may also involve some occasional work on a Saturday.
The closing date for applications will be Friday 31st October at 12pm.
The first stage of interviews will take place online early November with then the second phase of face-to-face interviews from mid
November.
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview
before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.