Mathematics Teacher (ECT Considered)

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Mathematics Teacher to join a supportive and well-equipped department starting January 2027. This opportunity is open to experienced educators as well as Early Career Teachers (ECTs) passionate about inspiring students aged 11 to 16. The role involves fostering confidence, curiosity, and strong academic progress within a fully resourced curriculum enhanced by technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Set high expectations and challenging targets to promote substantial student progress.
• Maintain excellent subject and curriculum knowledge to engage students and address misconceptions.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Establish a positive and disciplined classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, support personnel, and parents, contributing to the school’s broader life.
• Commit to continuous professional development, embracing new pedagogical and technological approaches.
• Manage classroom resources responsibly and ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Participate in school development initiatives and represent the mathematics curriculum as needed.

Department Highlights

• A large, supportive team comprising 16 mathematics teachers and a specialist teaching assistant.
• Fourteen well-equipped maths classrooms featuring state-of-the-art Clevertouch whiteboards.
• A comprehensive and high-quality scheme of work supporting consistent teaching across KS3 and KS4.
• Classes banded by pace and depth at KS3; at KS4 students follow higher or foundation pathways, with high achievers also studying GCSE Statistics.
• Access to Sparx Maths platform for supporting independent study.
• Consistent record of strong academic results.
• Robust opportunities for professional growth alongside passionate and experienced colleagues.

Candidate Expectations

• Qualified Teacher Status or Early Career Teacher status.
• Capability to teach Mathematics effectively to secondary school students aged 11-16.
• Strong subject and curriculum expertise with an ability to stimulate student interest and correct misunderstandings.
• Competency in lesson planning, adapting teaching methods and supporting a range of student abilities.
• Proficiency in assessment techniques, data use, and providing meaningful feedback.
• Skills in behavior management to nurture a respectful and inclusive learning environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and maintaining professional standards.
• Ability to foster productive communication with parents concerning student progress and welfare.

Benefits

• Participation in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Outstanding continuous professional development (CPD) and career advancement opportunities.
• Two-week October half-term holiday.
• Paid leave for personal events.
• Access to an on-site leisure center with staff discounts.
• Cycle-to-work scheme participation.
• Complimentary onsite parking.
• A supportive, friendly, and socially engaging staff community.

Additional Information

The school prioritises safeguarding and requires successful applicants to undergo DBS and other relevant checks. Vacancies may close early at the school’s discretion.