Job Title: Maths Teacher (Secondary School)
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Start Date: January 2026
Job Purpose:
To deliver high-quality teaching of Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and optionally Key Stage 5), ensuring that all students are supported to achieve their full potential and develop strong numeracy and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning:
- Plan and deliver engaging and effective Maths lessons in accordance with the National Curriculum.
- Teach a range of abilities across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and KS5 if applicable).
- Prepare students for external assessments, including GCSE (and A-Level where appropriate).
- Use a range of teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and needs.
- Create a positive learning environment that promotes high expectations and encourages independent learning.
Curriculum and Planning:
- Contribute to the design and development of schemes of work and teaching materials.
- Use data to inform teaching and adapt lessons to support pupil progress.
- Ensure all students are appropriately challenged, including those with SEND and the most able.
Assessment and Reporting:
- Mark work in line with school policy and provide constructive feedback to students.
- Track and monitor student progress, using data to target interventions where necessary.
- Write reports and attend parent/carer evenings to communicate student performance.
Professional Development:
- Engage fully with the school’s CPD programme and performance management processes.
- Stay up to date with developments in Maths education and pedagogy.
- Participate in departmental and whole-school training sessions and initiatives.
Pastoral and Wider Responsibilities:
- Serve as a form tutor, supporting the academic and pastoral development of students.
- Promote the school’s ethos and values in all interactions with students, staff, and the wider community.
- Participate in extracurricular activities and whole-school events where appropriate.
- Uphold the highest standards of behaviour management and student conduct.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- A degree in Mathematics or a closely related subject
- Knowledge of the current Maths curriculum and assessment requirements (GCSE and/or A-Level)
- Ability to teach Maths effectively across KS3 and KS4
- High expectations of students and strong classroom management skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of young people
Desirable:
- Experience teaching A-Level Maths or Further Maths
- Proven track record of raising student achievement
- Experience supporting students with SEND or EAL
- Familiarity with digital tools and online platforms to enhance teaching and learning
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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