Teacher of Mathematics

The Henry Box School; Witney; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

On-site parking

Cycle to work

Annual flu vaccination

Wellbeing support

DBS processing support

Job summary

The Henry Box School in Witney is seeking a well-qualified Mathematics Teacher to cover a 1-year maternity contract. The role is 32.5 hours per week, with a start in December 2026 or January 2027, and the possibility to adjust to part-time hours to complete the full-time role.

The post requires QTS and the ability to teach KS3/KS4; PSHE teaching may be needed. Applicants should be able to motivate pupils, manage behaviour effectively, and contribute to the department's development within a

Qualifications

• QTS required and KS3/KS4 teaching ability.
• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4.
• Commitment to professional development and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate students in mathematics.
• Plan, assess and keep records for progression.
• Work as part of a lively professional team.
• Tutor students and contribute to PSHE when needed.
• Support department development and best practice.

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 teaching

Behaviour management

Planning & assessment

Team player

Tutor / mentoring

Professional development

PSHE teaching

KS5 capability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teacher of Mathematics at The Henry Box School

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Job Reference: EDV/2026/HBS/69337

Location: Church Green, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 4AX

Contract Type: Maternity Cover

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week: 32.5

Closing Date: 9:00am, Mon 12th Oct, 2026

Start Date: December 2026 or January 2027

Positions Available: 1

About this Role

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, committed and enthusiastic highly skilled Teacher of Mathematics to a 1-year fixed term maternity cover at The Henry Box School. We are also open to applications from applicants wanting part‑time hours, as we could make a number of part‑time appointments to make up the full‑time role. Applications are welcome from ECTs or experienced teachers.

We are looking for candidates who are committed to the development of both the subject and the department. The successful candidate should be able to inspire and motivate students as well as have the ability to work well as part of a lively and professional team.

The successful candidate for this role will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4
• Effective behaviour management
• Knowledge of planning, assessment and record‑keeping
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to be an effective tutor
• Commitment to further training and development
• Willingness and ability to be an effective tutor, including a willingness to teach PSHE
• It would also be desirable for you to be able to teach KS5 if necessary

Benefits

• A hard working and committed team of colleagues
• Beautiful, historic school location, with a good range of shops, bars and cafes within a short walk
• Regular programmes of professional development to Teacher Development Trust Gold Standard
• Support for and commitment to your future training and development needs
• On‑site free car parking
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Annual free flu vaccination
• 24/7 employee assistance wellbeing scheme

We are seeking to appoint the best possible candidate and our recruitment process will reflect our desire to undertake all possible measures to achieve this.

The Henry Box School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have enhanced DBS clearance and will need to undertake the DBS check with our organisation. Other relevant pre‑employment checks will also be carried out including references from present and previous employers, a confidential health check and internet/social media checks.