Maths Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a dedicated Mathematics Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Chesterfield. You will deliver high-quality mathematics lessons and contribute to the department and school community.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, experience teaching Mathematics in a secondary setting, and a passion for the subject. You will foster student engagement, manage a positive classroom, and support safeguarding commitments while collaborating with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Mathematics in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Mathematics.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Mathematics lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Teach Mathematics across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with potential to teach Key Stage 5 where appropriate.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all students and learning abilities.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.
• Support students in developing problem-solving, reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and school leaders.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, and school events.

Skills

Mathematics pedagogy

Classroom management

Student engagement

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Mathematics Teacher

Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible Options Available)

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Mathematics Teacher to join a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school in Chesterfield. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who can inspire students, foster confidence in mathematics, and help learners achieve their full academic potential.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and high-quality Mathematics lessons while contributing to the continued success of the department and wider school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Mathematics lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Teach Mathematics across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5 where appropriate.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all students and learning abilities.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.
• Support students in developing problem-solving, reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and school leaders.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, and school events.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Mathematics in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Mathematics.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of varying abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Experience teaching GCSE Mathematics.
• Experience teaching A-Level Mathematics.
• Knowledge of current curriculum developments and assessment practices.
• Experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to high-quality teaching resources and training.
• A welcoming and dedicated leadership team.
• Long-term and potential permanent opportunities.
• Dedicated support throughout your placement.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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