Head of Senior School Mathematics (TLR2)
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic and collaborative department of
15 staff across years 11 to 13. The KGV Mathematics department enjoys
excellent examination results at all levels as a result of a reflective and forwardthinking approach to teaching and learning. Current examples of departmental
work are the development of stimuli for, and the practical implementation of,
exploration in a mathematical context, and from a technology perspective,
developing the use of video as a teaching and learning tool within the schools
extensive moodle-based VLE.
Proven leadership capabilities and experience of leadership within the
Mathematics curriculum are essential for this role. The post holder will work in
collaboration with the Learning Director and the Head of Middle School
Mathematics, to ensure that students enjoy a successful and rewarding
mathematical experience at KGV.
Examples of Specific Responsibilities:
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Leading the implementation and continued development of the
Mathematics curriculum for Years 11-13
Supporting student development and achievement within Mathematics
Support student development through the provision of opportunities for
extra-curricular Mathematics for Years 11-13
Ensuring the effective administration of all external examinations for
Mathematics
Communicating and Liaising with wider stakeholders where appropriate
Leading, developing and supporting a productive, positive and effective
team of staff
Identifying staffing needs, professional development, and planning in
service training for subject teachers in Mathematics
Monitoring and evaluating the quality of teaching and learning within
Mathematics
Supporting the Performance Management system for the Learning Area
Working within the Learning Area to innovate, develop and implement
whole school priorities
KGV Mathematics Department Summary
Background
The Mathematics Department is highly successful, with well-motivated students and
a dedicated team of teachers producing excellent examination results. Students
compete as individuals and teams in a variety of international Mathematics
competitions with great success. The teaching staff is reflective upon its practice and
proactive in seeking to improve all aspects of provision.
Teaching and Learning
In its teaching and dealings with students, the department supports and contributes
to the school aims through more specific departmental aims as follows:
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To develop the mathematical ability of students so that they consider
mathematics a worthwhile and enriching pursuit, which they might continue
to develop after leaving school;
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To provide students with sufficient skills and understanding of mathematics,
with particular emphasis on the basics of numeracy and algebra, to cope
successfully with those everyday practical situations where mathematics is
needed outside school, in other subjects and in further courses of study,
using their skills with confidence;
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To encourage students to become independent learners, who experience
satisfaction in, and enjoyment of, their mathematical achievements.
Strengths
Fantastic students, a dedicated team of talented teachers, incredible results…
Vision
In the future, the department seeks to build upon its existing strengths and to develop
innovative curriculum projects that motivate and engage students of all abilities and
learning styles. The Department is working towards ICT capabilities being fully
harnessed to create an integrated framework for the assessment, teaching and
learning of Mathematics.
Years 7 and 8
The scheme of work incorporates or supports:
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Practical activities to replace the work in the textbooks;
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Differentiated exercises for consolidation, revision and practice;
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Use of ICT and indicators where ICT can be used;
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Research skills;
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Investigations that are appropriate to the topic;
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Variety in the lessons with the inclusion of stimulating lesson starters.
Textbooks Used
Year 7 MEP Y7 Textbooks
Year 8 MEP Y8 and Y9 Textbooks
Years 9, 10 and 11
Courses
The Department is currently timetabled to run the following courses in years 9 to 11:
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IGCSE Mathematics Higher Tier
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IGCSE Mathematics Foundation Tier
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GCSE Additional Mathematics for A* students
These courses start in Y9 and lead to examinations at the end of Y11.
Textbooks Used
Years 9-11 Edexcel IGCSE Mathematics and Additional Mathematics Textbook
Some Examination Results:
GCSE (%)
%
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
A*
45
57
38
36
45
46.7
49
A
26
20
26
28
22
28.0
32
B
13
11
18
18
15
14.7
12
C
12
8
15
14
12
8.9
6
D
3
3
2
4
4
0.4
1
E
1
2
1
0
1
1.3
0
F
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
G
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
U
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
Additional Mathematics GCSE
%
2009
2010
A*
10.7
28
A
50.0
14
B
21.4
23
C
17.9
20
D
0
7
E
0
7
F
0
0
G
0
0
U
0
0
X
0
0
100
100
TOTAL
Years 12 and 13
Examination results Summary: IB
Standard Level Mathematical Studies (%)
Level
2009
2010
2011
7
1.92
3
17.7
6
23.08
20.6
33.9
5
42.31
41.2
32.3
4
23.08
20.6
16.1
3
7.69
14.7
0
2
1.92
0
0
TOTAL
100
100
100
Level
2009
2010
2011
7
6.58
23.1
29.5
6
19.74
32.3
21.8
5
32.89
26.2
25.6
4
27.63
13.8
14.1
3
13.16
4.6
9.0
2
0.00
0
0
Standard Level Mathematics (%)
TOTAL
100
100
100
Level
2009
2010
2011
7
6.67
23.1
32.1
6
24.44
23.1
25.0
5
31.11
30.8
17.9
4
28.89
23.1
17.9
3
6.67
0
7.1
2
2.22
0
0
TOTAL
100
100
100
Higher Level Mathematics (%)
Why join us at KGV?
The students are truly a pleasure and the staff aren’t half bad either.
Your Potential Colleagues…
Steve Rigby
Martin Astill
Zoe Nye
Learning
Head of
Head of Senior
Director:
Mathematics at
School
Knows nothing Shatin - GONE Mathematics
about
everything
Steve Atack
Ian Greenfield
Staff
Competitions
Ringmaster
HL Ninja and
Director of
Football
David Mercer
Suman Vaze
Pam Mills
Marg Kirby
Chia Chu
TLR 3
Learning
Director of
Tennis
Lady Mills of
the Antipodes
Queen of the
Staffroom
Badminton
Guruette and
Technologies
Committee
Alexandra
Streeter
Dean Beard
Iain Lafferty
Amanda Ng
Head of Middle
School
Mathematics
Beardo HL
Jedi
Ultrarunning
man of
moderation
Departmental
Administrator
Man of CAS
PT
Photographer
Community
Service
Contact for additional information
Steve Rigby, Learning Director: Mathematics and ICT steven.rigby@kgv.edu.hk
Mark Poulsum, Vice Principal mark.poulsum@kgv.edu.hk