Teacher of Mathematics

Bidvane; Sevenoaks; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Staff wellbeing resources

Professional development

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Job summary

Knole Academy in Sevenoaks is seeking a Teacher of Mathematics for maternity-leave cover, starting 4 January 2027. You will teach mathematics across KS3, KS4 and KS5 and use assessment to help pupils progress through engaging lessons.

The post requires QTS by January 2027, enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references; eligibility to work in the UK is essential and visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Qualifications

• QTS by January 2027 or eligible to gain it.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK; visa sponsorship unavailable

Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that challenge and support pupils of all abilities.
• Use assessment to help pupils make progress in mathematics.
• Inspire pupils and support their progress.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the school community

Skills

Mathematics expertise

Lesson planning

Assessment to support pupil progress

Teamwork

Passion for maths

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

QTS by January 2027

Job description

Knole Academy’s Maths department is recruiting a Teacher of Mathematics for maternity-leave cover, starting 4 January 2027. The role involves teaching mathematics and helping pupils make progress through engaging lessons and assessment. Teaching spans KS3, KS4 and KS5, and applications are welcomed from early career and experienced teachers. The post requires QTS by January 2027, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references; candidates must be eligible to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.

What the job involves

• Teach mathematics across KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that challenge and support pupils of all abilities
• Use assessment to help pupils make progress in mathematics
• Inspire pupils and support their progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the school community

What’s required

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status, or due to gain it by January 2027

Skills & knowledge

• Strong subject knowledge in mathematics
• Passion for mathematics
• Ability to plan and teach engaging lessons that challenge and support pupils of all abilities
• Use assessment to support pupil progress
• Teamworking skills
• Commitment to inspiring pupils, helping them progress and contributing positively to the school community

Checks & eligibility

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references
• Online search for shortlisted candidates
• Other pre-employment checks
• Eligibility to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Friendly, supportive and well-resourced Maths department
• Staff wellbeing resources
• Free gym membership
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• High-quality professional development across Aletheia Academies Trust
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme