Lead Mathematics Teacher

Blackstone Recruitment Limited; Cannock; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in Cannock seeks a passionate Lead Mathematics Teacher to shape the maths department and inspire students. Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, monitoring progress, and supporting vulnerable pupils. The ideal candidate has QTS/QTLS and significant experience in SEND settings. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an enhanced pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Access to a blue-light discount card

Fully funded training and qualifications

Enhanced pay scales based on experience

Employee benefits scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in special education settings.
• Proven experience teaching pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-informed lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils.
• Use assessment data to monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Promote pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Adaptability

Passion for supporting vulnerable pupils

Education

QTS/QTLS

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a SEND setting

Job description

Lead Mathematics Teacher - Cannock WS11

£27,456-£43,014 | Full Time (40 hours/week)

Good Ofsted Rating

Make Every Day Extraordinary with this Education Trust!

We're looking for a passionate Lead Maths Teacher to join our supportive school in Cannock.

You'll shape the direction of the maths department while delivering engaging lessons that inspire students.

As a leader, you'll develop the curriculum, support fellow teachers, and create a positive classroom environment that builds students' confidence, independence, and problem‑solving skills.

About the College

This College is a specialist school for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

We offer a nurturing environment with small classes and personalised support, helping students who've faced challenges in mainstream education succeed.

Our mission is to build resilience, self‑confidence, and a love for learning, while preparing students for academic success and life beyond school.

We cater to students aged 11 to 19, helping them discover their strengths, overcome challenges, and develop skills for future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, evidence‑informed lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils, including those with SEND and trauma histories.
• Use assessment data to monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Promote pupils' social, emotional, and academic development through trauma‑informed and therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning, consistent with the school's behaviour policy and Staff Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and specialist staff to provide effective support.

Requirements

• Resilience, empathy, adaptability, and passion for supporting vulnerable pupils.
• Commitment to professional conduct, safeguarding, and the Staff Code of Conduct.
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess effective teaching and learning.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and behaviour management in special education settings.
• Proven experience teaching pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a SEND setting or similar provision.
• QTS/QTLS.

Benefits of Joining this Education Trust

• NEST enhanced pension scheme.
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Education Trust and split a £500 referral bonus between you.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to a blue‑light discount card.
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues.
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications.
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts.
• Life assurance.

Commitment to Equality and Armed Forces Covenant

This Education Trust is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families, through our Armed Forces Covenant. Eligible service personnel and veterans are guaranteed an interview when their military experience is detailed in their CV. We provide veteran‑friendly policies, peer support, and military awareness training.

Safeguarding

The Teacher is accountable to the Headteacher and Proprietor Body for the quality of teaching, pupil progress, safeguarding, and adherence to the Staff Code of Conduct. This Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference verification.

Please contact Mathure on (phone number removed), for further information.