Maths Teacher - Maternity Cover

Prospero Teaching; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 32,916 - 51,047; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support from a dedicated consultant

Access to free accredited CPD

Opportunities for long-term positions

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Qualified Maths Teacher for a full-time maternity cover in Basingstoke starting April 2026. The ideal candidate will be experienced in teaching KS3 and KS4 and confident in delivering the AQA GCSE curriculum. The role involves planning, assessment, and collaboration with a supportive Maths team, contributing to high academic standards. The position offers a competitive salary paid to scale and is ideal for a committed teacher looking for a stable and nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified Maths Teacher with QTS/QTLS.
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 in a secondary setting.
• Strong confidence delivering AQA GCSE curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver lessons aligned with the AQA GCSE curriculum.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and student progress.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge of Maths

Classroom management

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

Maths Teacher (QTS) Maternity Cover

Prospero Teaching is working with a well-established secondary school in Basingstoke who are seeking a dedicated Qualified Maths Teacher to join them from April 2026 on a full-time maternity cover contract. The school is rated Good by Ofsted (October 2024) and is known for its supportive leadership, strong outcomes, and well-structured Maths curriculum. You will be joining a knowledgeable and collaborative department with clear schemes of work, established routines, and a positive team culture.

The Role

• Teach Mathematics across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver lessons aligned with the AQA GCSE curriculum
• Full teaching responsibilities including planning, marking, assessment, and reporting
• Contribute to departmental meetings, curriculum planning, and moderation
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, engagement, and student progress
• Work collaboratively within a supportive and experienced Maths team

The School Are Looking For

• A fully qualified Maths Teacher with QTS/QTLS
• Strong subject knowledge and confidence delivering AQA GCSE
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 in a secondary setting
• A committed classroom practitioner with high expectations of pupil achievement
• Someone who values teamwork and contributes positively to department culture
• A teacher seeking a stable, well-supported role from April 2026

Contract Details

• Position: Maths Teacher Maternity Cover
• Location: Basingstoke
• Start Date: April 2026
• Contract: Full-time maternity cover
• Salary: Paid to scale (32,916-51,047)
• Key Stages: KS3-KS4
• Curriculum: AQA GCSE

Experience, Training & Safeguarding

• QTS/QTLS required
• Experience teaching Maths at secondary level
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided)

Eligibility

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the updated service (or willingness to apply)
• Two recent teaching references

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout the placement
• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
• Opportunities for future long‑term or permanent positions
• A smooth and supported interview process

If you are a committed Maths Teacher looking for a stable, well-supported maternity cover role from April 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.