Maths Teacher | Secondary Academy & Sixth Form | Lincoln

Marchant Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an articulate Maths Teacher to deliver high-quality mathematics across Key Stage 3 and 4 in Lincoln. The role offers optional Key Stage 5 delivery for experienced candidates and requires strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom management, and the ability to inspire learners of all abilities.

Join a well-resourced Maths department within a collaborative academy network, with professional development opportunities and a commitment to student progress and

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Proven experience teaching Mathematics across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, structured mathematics lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Edexcel/AQA GCSE Mathematics specifications).
• Contribute to Key Stage 5 A-Level Mathematics or Level 3 Core Maths delivery where applicable.
• Conduct regular formative and summative assessments, analyse pupil performance data, and implement targeted interventions.
• Support departmental extension initiatives and after‑school maths revision hubs.
• Serve as a Form Tutor and support pupils' welfare, academic progress, and character development.

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Assessment & feedback

Differentiation

Education

QTS or QTLS

Degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Engineering

Tools

Edexcel GCSE Mathematics

AQA GCSE Mathematics

Job description

We are seeking an articulate, analytical, and inspiring Maths Teacher to deliver high-quality mathematics instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with opportunities for Key Stage 5 A‑Level Mathematics delivery depending on candidate experience). Working within a well-resourced Mathematics department, the successful candidate will foster mathematical fluency, cultivate problem‑solving confidence, and prepare students of all attainment levels to excel in GCSE Mathematics and functional numeracy.

THE SCHOOL

Set on a modern campus featuring state‑of‑the‑art interactive classrooms, dedicated maths suites, and digital learning platforms, this vibrant secondary academy serves over 1,000 pupils aged 11–18 in Lincoln. As part of a collaborative regional Multi‑Academy Trust, the school benefits from shared curriculum resources, cross‑trust subject networks, and structured professional development pathways. The Mathematics faculty is a cohesive, forward‑thinking team committed to raising achievement through innovative teaching methods and targeted student intervention programs.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, structured mathematics lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Edexcel/AQA GCSE Mathematics specifications), developing pupils' fluency, reasoning, and problem‑solving skills across algebra, geometry, statistics, and number work.

Post‑16 Provision (Optional): Contribute to Key Stage 5 A‑Level Mathematics or Level 3 Core Maths delivery where applicable, supporting students aiming for STEM and quantitative degree pathways.

Diagnostic Assessment & Intervention: Conduct regular formative and summative assessments, analyse pupil performance data, and implement targeted academic interventions to close attainment gaps ahead of terminal examinations.

Mathematical Extension & Co‑Curricular: Support departmental extension initiatives, including entering pupils into national competitions such as the UKMT Mathematical Challenge and running after‑school maths revision hubs.

Pastoral Responsibilities: Serve as a dedicated Form Tutor, supporting pupils' personal welfare, academic progress, and character development within the school’s supportive pastoral structure.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a closely related quantitative discipline. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced secondary practitioners are equally encouraged to apply.

Experience: Proven experience teaching Mathematics across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy setting.

Skills: Strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom management, clear explanations of complex mathematical concepts, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in students across the full ability spectrum.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

Local Area & Community: Located in the heart of Lincolnshire, the historic cathedral city of Lincoln seamlessly combines ancient heritage with modern university town energy. Celebrated for its cobbled streets, iconic Lincoln Cathedral, historic medieval castle, and vibrant Brayford Pool waterfront district, Lincoln offers an exceptional quality of life surrounded by scenic green landscapes.

Transport & Commuting: Lincoln enjoys excellent regional transport connectivity across Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and the East Midlands. Situated near key arterial routes, including the A46 bypass, A15, and A57, road commuting across Newark, Grantham, and Scunthorpe is straightforward. Public transport is comprehensive, supported by local bus networks and Lincoln Central Railway Station, providing direct train connections to Nottingham, Sheffield, Leeds, and London King's Cross via East Coast Main Line feeder links.

Lincoln, England, United Kingdom