Mathematics Teacher

University College School; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in City of Westminster seeks a passionate part-time Mathematics teacher. The successful candidate will be a strong graduate, effectively teaching Maths across all age groups in a collaborative and supportive department. This role is ideal for an ECT or a teacher seeking new experiences. Candidates will be expected to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school, enhancing student engagement outside the classroom. Competitive salary and family benefits are part of this role.

Benefits

Competitive salary above national scale

Loan schemes for house purchases

Reduced fees for staff children

Membership of UCS Active at reduced rates

Qualifications

• Strong graduate of a relevant degree course.
• Ability to convey mathematical concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach Maths at a high level across all age groups.
• Support the co-curricular life of the school.
• Act as a Form Tutor.

Skills

Passion for Mathematics

Effective communication

Ability to teach across age groups

Collaboration skills

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

The current vacancy is a permanent part-time post 0.6 / 3 days per week. It offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to develop, or start, their career in a lively and innovative setting as part of a dynamic, supportive and collaborative department. The successful applicant will be a strong graduate of a relevant degree course, with a deep passion for Mathematics and the ability to convey this effectively to pupils across all age groups. This is an outstanding opportunity to teach Maths at a high level in a congenial and stimulating setting. It should, therefore, be attractive to an ECT (UCS offers full statutory induction), or to a serving teacher seeking wider experience. We welcome equally applications from teachers in the maintained sector and the independent sector. A willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school will be an additional and important recommendation. We expect all of our teachers to be Form Tutors.

• Academic offers: In GCSE, pupils follow Edexcel IGCSE. The top sets in Year 11 also prepare for the OCR Additional Mathematics FSMQ with over 90% of pupils achieving an A. In Sixth Form, pupils follow the OCR A specification for A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Results are consistently strong (80% securing an A or A). Additional Mathematics and AS Further Mathematics are offered where appropriate.
• School foundation & values: University College School was founded in 1830 to promote principles of liberal scholarship. It remains committed to intellectual curiosity, breadth of study and independence of mind, fostering academic excellence and a diverse community.
• Co-curricular environment: Music and drama are very strong at UCS and the school offers an outstanding range of co-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities.
• Salary & support: UCS has its own competitive salary scale – the pay for this post will be above the national scale and will depend on qualifications and experience. While the school does not offer accommodation, loan schemes are available to assist staff with house purchases and daily travel expenses.
• Staff family benefits: Children of UCS staff may be educated at reduced fees, and all staff are entitled to membership of UCS Active (a private Health & Fitness Club) at a heavily reduced rate.