Maths Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Maths Teacher for an Alternative Provision in Bury, supporting students aged 11-16. The role is full-time, temporary-to-permanent, with progression for the right candidate.

You will plan and deliver engaging Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4, adapt methods for diverse learners, help students build confidence in numeracy and prepare for GCSE Maths where appropriate. Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education is essential.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Maths at secondary level (KS3/KS4).
• Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly.
• Able to engage students with low confidence or gaps in learning.
• Committment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs.
• Help students develop confidence in numeracy and reasoning.
• Prepare students for GCSE Maths where appropriate.
• Create a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Manage behaviour with restorative approaches.
• Assess progress and provide feedback.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and pastoral teams.
• Promote safeguarding and student welfare.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or-equv

Maths teaching experience

Strong subject knowledge

Differentiation of lessons

Inclusive education

Teamwork / collaborate

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Maths Teacher - Alternative Provision (Ages 11-16)

Location: Bury
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, temporary to permanent

Are you a passionate Maths Teacher looking to make a real difference?

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and resilient Maths Teacher to join an Alternative Provision setting, supporting students aged 11-16 who may have experienced barriers to learning within mainstream education.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who can make Maths engaging, accessible and relevant, helping young people rebuild their confidence, develop essential numeracy skills and achieve their full potential.

You will be joining a setting that recognises the importance of individualised support, positive relationships and consistent approaches to learning. The successful candidate will be passionate about helping students overcome challenges, re-engage with education and develop the skills they need for future success.

The role is offered on a full-time, temporary-to-permanent basis, with the potential for a long-term position for the right candidate.

The Role

As a Maths Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging Maths lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Adapting teaching methods and resources to meet the individual needs and abilities of students.
• Supporting students to develop confidence in numeracy, problem-solving and mathematical reasoning.
• Preparing students for relevant qualifications, including GCSE Maths where appropriate.
• Creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Managing behaviour effectively through consistent, positive and restorative approaches.
• Assessing student progress, identifying learning gaps and providing constructive feedback.
• Building positive relationships with students to encourage participation, motivation and resilience.
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral teams and other professionals to support student achievement and wellbeing.
• Promoting safeguarding, inclusion and the highest standards of student welfare.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching Maths at secondary level, ideally across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Has strong subject knowledge and the ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly.
• Can engage students who may have low confidence, gaps in learning or limited motivation.
• Demonstrates patience, resilience, empathy and effective classroom management skills.
• Can differentiate lessons to support a range of abilities and additional learning needs.
• Is committed to helping vulnerable young people achieve positive educational outcomes.
• Works effectively as part of a team and communicates confidently with colleagues and external professionals.
• Is passionate about inclusive education and believes every student can make progress.

Experience within Alternative Provision, Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), SEMH settings or other specialist educational environments would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Make a genuine difference to the lives and futures of young people.
• Help students build confidence and overcome barriers to learning.
• Work within a supportive and rewarding educational environment.
• Develop your experience in a specialist provision setting.
• Secure a full-time opportunity with the potential to become permanent.

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'