Maths Teacher

Acorn Care and Education; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent educational institution is seeking a dedicated Maths Teacher to join their team at Falkland House School. This role offers a salary up to £50,589 per annum, with responsibilities including planning effective Maths lessons and supporting students with learning needs. An ideal candidate will possess a recognised teaching qualification, GTCS registration, and passion for inclusive education. This permanent, term-time position is based in a supportive environment where education transforms lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options

Access to mental health support services

Critical illness cover

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Full GTCS registration (General Teaching Council for Scotland).
• A strong understanding of the Scottish education system and SQA qualifications.
• Experience working in ASN/ASL settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess high-quality Maths lessons.
• Support development and delivery of accredited SQA courses.
• Create a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to engage, inspire, and challenge young people

Creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning

High levels of resilience and emotional intelligence

Education

Recognised teaching qualification with Maths as a specialism

Full GTCS registration

Job description

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!

Job Title: Maths Teacher

Location: Falkland House School, Perth PH2 7AR

Salary: Up to £50,589 per annum depending on experience and qualifications (Not pro rata)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: December 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Maths Teacher to join our close‑knit team at Falkland House School in Perth – part of the Options Autism division within Outcomes First Group. This is your chance to be part of an environment where education changes lives, and where your teaching will have a direct and lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess high‑quality, engaging Maths lessons tailored to individual learners
• Support the development and delivery of accredited SQA courses
• Contribute to curriculum development, enrichment, and experiential learning opportunities
• Create a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Use innovative, differentiated teaching strategies that meet the varied learning needs of pupils with autism
• Collaborate with education, care, and clinical colleagues to promote holistic development
• Provide pastoral support and build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Take part in wider school life, including elective programmes and cross‑curricular learning

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a committed and forward‑thinking professional who is passionate about inclusive education and eager to support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning.

Essential Criteria

• Full GTCS registration (General Teaching Council for Scotland)
• A recognised teaching qualification with Maths as a specialism
• A strong understanding of the Scottish education system and SQA qualifications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage, inspire, and challenge young people with a range of learning needs
• Creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning
• High levels of resilience, emotional intelligence, and a child‑centred mindset

Desirable

• Experience working in ASN/ASL settings
• Familiarity with trauma‑informed or therapeutic approaches to education
• Ability to contribute to the wider curriculum, such as through outdoor learning, STEM, or functional skills

About Us

Falkland House School Perth and Am Bruach is an independent residential school for boys and girls from 12 to 23 years of age. Our young people have a range of Additional Support Needs including emotional and behavioural difficulties and Autistic Spectrum Disorder. We were the first independent school in Scotland (outside of the NAS) to receive accreditation from the National Autistic Society. We have three residential houses within the building, accommodating up to 29 young people.

Falkland House School Perth opened in January 2023, currently supporting around 12 young people aged between 14 to 17 years of age towards greater independent living, support with college placements and community engagement.

Am Bruach opened in July 2022 and currently support two young adults towards greater independence and life skills.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.