Maths Teacher | Secondary Academy & Sixth Form | Worcester

Marchant Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment seeks a Maths Teacher to deliver high-quality mathematics across Key Stage 3 and 4 in Worcester. You will foster fluency, problem-solving, and prepare students for GCSE mathematics and functional numeracy.

The role may include optional Key Stage 5 A-Level Mathematics delivery for experienced candidates, within a well-resourced department and a supportive academy environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Experience teaching Mathematics across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy setting.
• Strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom management, clear explanations of complex mathematical concepts, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, structured mathematics lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Edexcel/AQA GCSE Mathematics specifications).
• Contribute to Key Stage 5 A-Level Mathematics delivery where applicable, supporting STEM and quantitative degree pathways.
• Conduct regular formative and summative assessments and implement targeted interventions to close attainment gaps.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom management

Inspiring students

Education

QTS or QTLS with Math degree

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 1,100 pupils aged 11-18 in Worcester. Operating within a supportive Multi-Academy Trust framework, the school combines high academic ambition with strong pastoral care and community engagement. 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 on the banks of the River Severn, Worcester is a historic cathedral city in the West Midlands renowned for its rich heritage, iconic Worcester Cathedral, and famous porcelain and sauce industries. The city offers an exceptional quality of life, featuring attractive independent shopping districts, cultural venues such as the Swan Theatre, premier sporting teams like Worcestershire County Cricket Club, and easy access to the picturesque Malvern Hills.

Transport & Commuting: Worcester boasts superb regional transport links across Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and the West Midlands. Positioned alongside the M5 motorway corridor (Junctions 6 and 7) and key arterial routes including the A44 and A38, road commuting across Malvern, Cheltenham, Redditch, and Birmingham is straightforward. Public transport is comprehensive, served by extensive First Worcestershire bus routes and two central railway stations - Worcester Foregate Street and Worcester Shrub Hill - along with Worcester Parkway, providing direct rail connections to Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, Oxford, and London Paddington.