Mathematics Teacher

Smile Education Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education is recruiting a qualified Mathematics Teacher for a full-time, long-term position in an Oldham secondary school from September 2026. You will teach Mathematics across KS3 and KS4, including preparing pupils for GCSE Mathematics, following the national curriculum and safeguarding policies.

The role suits experienced teachers and ECTs with QTS or equivalent; White Rose Maths experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification is essential.
• At least one full academic year in a long-term Mathematics role in a UK secondary school.
• Experience using White Rose Maths is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach in line with the national curriculum.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE Mathematics.
• Assess and monitor progress, providing additional support or challenge where required.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils of different abilities, including SEND.
• Maintain clear classroom routines and manage behaviour effectively.
• Contribute to the Maths department and wider school community.
• Follow the school’s safeguarding policies and professional standards.

Skills

Plan engaging Maths lessons

Assess and monitor progress

Adapt teaching for SEND

Education

QTS or equivalent UK qualification

Job description

Mathematics TeacherOldham

£170–£235 per day

Full-time | Long-term contract | September 2026

Smile Education is recruiting a qualified Mathematics Teacher for a full-time, long-term position within an Oldham secondary school from September 2026. You will teach Mathematics across KS3 and KS4, including preparing pupils for GCSE Mathematics. The opportunity is suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs, although QTS or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification is essential. The school offers a supportive, values-led environment with high expectations for learning, behaviour and pupil progress. This is an opportunity to join an established Maths department and contribute to a positive and ambitious school community.

The role

• Plan and deliver engaging Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach in line with the national curriculum.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE Mathematics.
• Assess and monitor progress, providing additional support or challenge where required.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils of different abilities, including SEND.
• Maintain clear classroom routines and manage behaviour effectively.
• Contribute to the Maths department and wider school community.
• Follow the school’s safeguarding policies and professional standards.

Essential requirements

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
• For experienced teachers, have completed at least one full academic year in a long-term or permanent Mathematics teaching role within a UK secondary school.
• Have experience usingWhite Rose Mathsacross KS3 and KS4 (desirable)QTS is essential.
• Applications from candidates without QTS will not be considered.

Pay and benefits

• £170–£235 per day, dependent on experience, pay scale and responsibilities.
• Full-time, long-term role from September 2026.
• Supportive secondary-school environment.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
• Ongoing guidance throughout the placement.
• Potential for the role to continue beyond the initial assignment.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will complete all required compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List and Prohibited List checks, right-to-work verification, qualification checks and references.or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications