IB Maths Teacher-Maternity Cover

Liberty Woodland School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty Woodland School is seeking a passionate IB Maths Teacher for maternity cover. This part-time role involves teaching students in Years 7-10, focusing on inquiry-based learning in an outdoor setting. Join a supportive team dedicated to progressive education.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Variety in role

Qualifications

• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 Maths.
• IB experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative and engaging IB Maths lessons.
• Co-plan interdisciplinary units with colleagues.
• Differentiate for a wide range of learners.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Creativity

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

IB Maths Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Part-Time · Fixed-Term Contract · Morden, South London

September 2025 – December 2026

11 hours per week |

Are you a passionate Maths teacher who thrives in an environment where creativity, collaboration, and connection come first?

At Liberty Woodland School, we’re not just preparing young people for exams—we’re preparing them for life. As the UK’s first fully outdoor school, we blend progressive education with academic rigour, developing confident, compassionate changemakers who are ready for the 21st century.

We’re looking for a warm, dynamic IB Maths Teacher to join our inspiring team on a maternity cover basis from September 2025. This part-time role involves working alongside our current Maths teacher for a month before taking over the class from October. You’ll teach students in Years 7–10 (KS3 & KS4) following the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme.

About the role

You’ll teach around 7 hours per week, with 4 additional hours allocated for planning, preparation, and meetings. Our curriculum focuses on inquiry, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary connections—and we welcome teachers who love working outdoors and thinking outside the box.

You will:

• Deliver creative, engaging, and challenging IB Maths lessons
• Co-plan interdisciplinary units with colleagues
• Differentiate for a wide range of learners
• Use assessment effectively to inform next steps
• Embrace outdoor and inquiry-based learning
• Build strong relationships with students and families
• Actively contribute to our community and values

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified teacher with experience teaching KS3 and KS4 Maths (IB experience is a plus)
• Someone who shares our belief in progressive education
• A curious, reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative team
• Someone who loves the outdoors and doesn’t mind a bit of mud!
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, energetic presence
• Commitment to safeguarding and professional ethics

Why Join Liberty Woodland School?

• Be part of avisionary school communitywhere people are valued and children come first.
• Work alongside asupportive, kind and passionateteam of educators.
• Enjoyvariety in your rolewith opportunities to contribute across the school.
• Access toongoing professional developmentand a culture of learning.
• A chance to make a tangible impact in asmall, innovative and growing school.

Read the full job description here.

About Liberty Woodland School

We’re a small, independent school in Morden with a big vision. Our children spend over 60% of their time outdoors and benefit from a curriculum rooted in sustainability, creativity, and real-world learning. We nurture students to become thinkers, leaders, and doers—ready for whatever the future holds.

Safeguarding and Physical Requirements

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our children. The successful candidate will undergo enhanced DBS and reference checks. Due to the nature of our outdoor setting, the role involves moderate physical activity and being outside in all weathers.