Teacher of Mathematics

Netherwood Academy; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Netherwood Academy is seeking a passionate Teacher of Maths to join their team. The role involves mentoring colleagues and driving student success in a supportive environment. The academy is committed to a knowledge-rich curriculum and offers extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Extensive support and progression opportunities

Excellent CPD and career development

No formal graded lesson observations

Centralised detentions

Opportunity to complete NPQs

Qualifications

• Ambitious classroom practitioner aiming for strong outcomes.
• Possess intellectual rigor and professional credibility.

Responsibilities

• Excel in the classroom and mentor colleagues.
• Drive up standards for all students.

Skills

Motivation

Collaboration

Intellectual rigor

Job description

Join Netherwood Academy as a Teacher of Maths!

About You:Do you want to make a lasting impact on our students, many of whom are disadvantaged, and rapidly accelerate their progress? Do you want to work in a school where you are free to teach, with impeccable student behaviour and minimal bureaucracy? If so, Netherwood Academy, part of the Astrea Academy Trust, is the place for you. We are an 11-16 academy set in a stunning £35 million campus, currently in an exciting period of development. We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Teacher of Maths to join our team.

About the Role:As a Teacher of Maths, you will excel in the classroom and play a key role in mentoring, coaching, and supporting your colleagues. You will be involved in professional development and help drive up standards for all our students.

Ideal Candidate:We are seeking an ambitious classroom practitioner who aims for strong outcomes and wants to be a beacon of excellent practice. You should possess the intellectual rigor and professional credibility to elevate classroom standards.

Our Approach:We are committed to a knowledge-rich curriculum and a traditional approach to teaching, behaviour, and culture. Influenced by Lemov’s ‘Teach Like A Champion’, Rosenshine, and cognitive science, we create a scholarly culture that is warm, strict, disciplined, and joyful. Our focus is on impeccable behaviour, allowing teachers to teach and students to learn effectively.

Our Vision:We provide an inclusive, aspirational, and academic education for all students, ensuring they can thrive and lead successful lives. We are ambitious for every child, regardless of background, prior attainment, or needs. We work tirelessly to help students overcome barriers and flourish.

What We Offer:

• Extensive support and progression opportunities
• A knowledge-rich curriculum with collaborative planning and shared resources
• Excellent support from the Astrea Trust Central team
• A feedback policy focused on whole class feedback
• Disruption-free learning with a ‘warm/strict’ behaviour system
• Highly visible and supportive senior leaders
• Centralised detentions, including homework detentions
• No formal graded lesson observations, just ongoing instructional coaching
• Excellent CPD, career development, and promotion opportunities across the Astrea South Yorkshire region
• Opportunity to complete NPQs
• An unrivalled professional progression model

What We Are Looking For:

• A highly effective professional who can motivate and encourage colleagues
• Someone aligned with our values and mission, who will thrive in our culture
• A passionate believer in the potential of all children, regardless of their starting point

Interested in Applying?If you are looking for a new challenge and have a passion for education, please refer to the Applicant Brief for more details on the role and how to apply. We welcome visits and would be delighted to show you around our academy.

Closing Date:12noon 22 May 2025

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ communities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Ready to Make a Difference?If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!