Teacher of Mathematics

St Mary's College Voluntary Catholic Academy; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary's College in Hull seeks a full-time Teacher of Mathematics to join our large Mathematics department from January 2027. The post covers KS3-4 with potential sixth form in a thriving Catholic school, backed by HIT teaching and a shared curriculum.

You will be supported by experienced colleagues and a strong programme of coaching and professional development. The role may include pastoral leadership opportunities discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in Mathematics across Key Stages 3-4.
• Ability to explain mathematics clearly and check understanding routinely.
• Works well within a team and welcomes feedback and coaching.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Open to opportunities for pastoral leadership if discussed at interview.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential sixth form.
• Contribute to a well-developed curriculum and HIT approach.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in coaching and professional development.
• Support pastoral aspects if assigned.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Clear explanation

Teamwork

Feedback & coaching

Catholic ethos

Job description

St Mary’s College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed full-time Teacher of Mathematics to join our large and successful Mathematics department from January 2027.

We are a Catholic secondary school with a thriving sixth form, and our department is ambitious for every pupil. Our teaching is built on Highly Intentional Teaching (HIT): clear explanation, carefully sequenced practice and frequent checks for understanding, supported by a well-developed shared curriculum and resources. You will teach Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach in the sixth form. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and a strong programme of coaching and professional development.

There may also be an opportunity for an additional pastoral leadership role for interested candidates, which can be discussed further as part of the interview process.

We are looking for someone who:

has strong subject knowledge and high expectations of every pupil

explains mathematics precisely and checks understanding routinely

works well as part of a team and is open to feedback and coaching

shares our commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school

The post is suitable for experienced teachers and for Early Career Teachers.

At our outstanding Catholic school, we are proud to offer a supportive and enriching environment where both staff and students thrive. As a Teacher of Mathematics, you will benefit from:

A strong and inclusive Catholic ethosrooted in gospel values.

1. Outstanding leadership and support, with a dedicated Science department and experienced mentors for professional development.
2. Excellent CPD opportunities
3. A very well-resourced curriculum, with the freedom to bring creativity and depth to your teaching.
4. A collaborative and welcoming staff culture, where your voice is valued and wellbeing is prioritised.
5. Modern facilities and technology, supporting innovative and engaging teaching practices.

In our most recent OFSTED inspection (October 2023), St Mary’s College was judged as OUTSTANDING in all areas, with the inspectors stating: ‘St Mary’s College is a highly ambitious school,’ with this ambition evident, ‘in all areas of the curriculum’.

St Mary’s College was awarded the World Class Schools Quality Mark in 2017 which was redesignated in 2023 in perpetuity.

St Mary’s College and St Cuthbert’s Roman Catholic Academy Trust are immensely proud of all our achievements, not least:

Key Stage 4: Most recent Progress 8 score +0.63

Key Stage 5: Leading regional provider post 16 in the top 2% of all post-16 providers in the country.

St Mary’s College is one of the top schools in the country for student progress and was awarded the Sunday Times Secondary Comprehensive School of the Year 2024 Award.

The post is suitable for experienced teachers and for Early Career Teachers.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Will Dodgson, Head of Mathematics, at [e-mail]