Maths Teacher

Simply Education Ltd; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity cover through July 2027

Ongoing support from Simply Education

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is seeking a Maths Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Chard, Somerset from September 2026. You will deliver engaging Maths lessons to learners with SEN, across KS3, KS4 and Post-16, tailoring approaches to individual needs.

Experience in SEN or alternative provision is desirable. The post is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with a daily rate of 160–240 GBP and a September 2026 start.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or supporting Maths
• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
• Ability to differentiate lessons for varied abilities and needs
• Strong classroom and behaviour management
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Patient, flexible and child-centred approach

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Maths lessons
• Teach Functional Skills, Entry Level and GCSE Maths where appropriate
• Adapt lessons to individual learning profiles and EHCP outcomes
• Use practical resources and visual scaffolding
• Support pupils with confidence, engagement and emotional regulation
• Monitor progress and identify areas needing support
• Build positive, consistent relationships with pupils
• Create a calm, inclusive learning environment

Skills

Maths teaching

Differentiation

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Patience

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Maths Teacher - SEN / Specialist Education

Location: Chard, Somerset
Pay: 160 - 240 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Start Date: September 2026

Maths Teacher Wanted - September Start

Simply Education is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Maths Teacher to join a specialist education setting in the Chard area from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who enjoys working with young people who may not thrive in a traditional mainstream classroom. You'll be joining a supportive specialist setting, working with pupils with a range of additional needs including ASD, SEMH, ADHD and trauma-related needs.

The role would suit an experienced Maths Teacher, an educator with SEN or alternative provision experience, or someone with strong Maths teaching experience who is keen to move into specialist education.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and accessible Maths lessons across KS3, KS4 and Post-16, adapting your teaching to suit individual abilities and learning needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated Maths lessons
• Teaching Functional Skills, Entry Level and GCSE Maths where appropriate
• Adapting lessons around individual learning profiles and EHCP outcomes
• Using practical resources, visual scaffolding, chunking and other creative teaching strategies
• Supporting pupils with their confidence, engagement and emotional regulation
• Monitoring progress and identifying areas where additional support is required
• Building positive and consistent relationships with pupils
• Creating a calm, inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Experience teaching or supporting Maths
• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
• Confidence differentiating lessons for a range of abilities and additional needs
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• A patient, flexible and child-centred approach
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Previous SEN, SEMH or alternative provision experience
• Experience teaching Functional Skills, Entry Level and/or GCSE Maths
• Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning

What's on Offer?

• 160 - 240 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time, Monday to Friday position
• Maternity cover through to July 2027
• September 2026 start
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference within a specialist education setting
• Ongoing support from Simply Education throughout your placement