Teacher of Mathematics

Sir Harry Smith Community College; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Teacher of Mathematics to inspire students and deliver Maths at Key Stage 3 and 4, with potential at Key Stage 5. The position offers a supportive environment for both experienced teachers and ECTs, with excellent professional development opportunities. The successful candidate will have a commitment to raising student attainment and be able to motivate a diverse group of learners. This permanent role is available ASAP, with a closing date for applications of 9am on 12th January 2026.

Qualifications

• An excellent track record of raising attainment.
• Proven ability and enthusiasm to motivate students and staff.
• Ability to support and raise expectations of students.
• Desire to share experiences with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Maths at Key Stage 3 and 4, ideally Key Stage 5.
• Inspire and motivate students in their learning.

Skills

Motivating students

Raising attainment

Supporting expectations

Enthusiasm for teaching

Job description

Teacher of Mathematics at Sir Harry Smith Community College

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• Job Reference # EDV/2025/SHSCC/66101
• Location Eastrea Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE7 1XB
• Contract Type Permanent
• Contract Term Full-Time
• Salary Salary MPS / UPS (with the opportunity of TLR for suitable candidate that meets the needs of the college).
• Closing Date 9:00am, 12th Jan 2026
• Start Date April 2026
• Positions Available 1

About this Role

Teacher of Maths

(with the opportunity of TLR for suitable candidate that meets the needs of the college).

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment history references.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Maths on a permanent contract ASAP. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspirational classroom practitioner to deliver Maths at Key Stage 3 and 4 and ideally, but not essential, at Key Stage 5. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs and can offer excellent professional development, guidance and support. The TLR responsibilities will be discussed at interview.

The successful candidate will have:

• An excellent track record of raising attainment
• Proven ability and enthusiasm to motivate students and staff
• The ability to support and raise the expectations and aspirations of students of all abilities
• A desire to share experiences and good practice with colleagues

Sir Harry Smith Community College is an 11-18 Academy, proud of its traditional values and innovative approaches to Teaching and Learning and its standards of discipline and respect. The College serves the market town of Whittlesey, seven miles outside of Peterborough in Cambridgeshire. The College is part of the Aspire Learning Trust working together with Park Lane and New Road Primary Schools, also in Whittlesey, to help every child achieve their full potential, to prepare them for their next educational steps, to teach them kindness and respect for all and to equip them to play a full satisfying role in society.

For more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mr J Ashworth, Head of Maths on 01733 703991 or [e-mail].

Application deadline is 9am Monday 12th January 2026. (We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we consider that we have received an appropriate number of suitable candidates for the post).

Applicants are thanked for their interest in Sir Harry Smith Community College. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted after the closing date.