Teacher of Mathematics

St Matthias School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Wolverhampton is seeking a passionate Teacher of Mathematics. The successful candidate will teach key stage 3 and 4, lead quality learning in Mathematics, and contribute to school community. Applicants should have qualified teacher status and a commitment to student welfare. The school offers an excellent CPD programme and a positive team environment. This is a permanent contract with a start date from Summer Term 2026.

Benefits

Extensive CPD programme

Positive team environment

Qualifications

• Must be an excellent teacher with a passion for Mathematics.
• Ability to innovate and develop Mathematics within the curriculum.
• Experience working with key stage 3 and 4 students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics to key stage 3 and 4 students.
• Lead quality learning and support student engagement.
• Contribute positively to the wider school life.

Skills

Excellent teaching

Innovative curriculum development

Collaboration and teamwork

Classroom management

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

'Everyone belongs here' is evident in all aspects of school life. Staff insist that all pupils should be treated with respect and kindness. They are passionate about working with pupils and their families to ensure that pupils are ready to learn. The school provides a calm and orderly environment. Behaviour is good. Pupils appreciate how caring the school is. They enjoy coming to school and feel safe. In lessons, there are clear routines and expectations that pupils understand and follow. Pupils have respect for each other, and this is evident through the way they take turns and listen to the views of others. (Extracts from Ofsted Report published 23rd January 2025)

Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale (dependent upon experience and expertise) Contract type: Permanent Responsible to: Head of Mathematics Start date: From Summer Term 2026 or sooner where possible

We are looking for a Teacher of Mathematics or an ECT to join our team. The successful candidate will be teaching Mathematics to key stage 3 and 4 and will contribute positively to the wider school life. We offer an extensive CPD programme of support. Staff describe working at St Matthias as extremely positive with a team approach. The job requires a person who;

Responsibilities

• Is an excellent teacher
• Can lead and deliver quality learning in Mathematics with all students
• Wants to innovate and develop Mathematics within the curriculum model
• Can be part of a team

Ethos

• To always look for and expect the best from all our students
• To promote creativity in learning design, delivery and outcome
• To be a positive role model in personal behaviours and self management
• To respect everyone as an individual
• To take care of our learning environment
• To promote sustainable development
• To work collaboratively, embracing team work and partnership

Leading Learning

• To support learning by following the agreed policies, systems and structures
• To be responsible for your own professional learning and support development of colleagues
• To be committed to student attainment
• To promote health and wellbeing, including safeguarding our students

Community

• To work to build community cohesion
• To work positively with parents and families

Safeguarding

• To support and contribute to the safeguarding of all our students

Generic

• To work within the framework of national legislation and in accordance with the provisions of the School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document. In addition the post is subject to compliance with reasonable requests made by the Head teacher

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to all necessary safeguarding checks this includes satisfactory references requested prior to interview, online searches, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications and of the right to work in the UK. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Apply online using the link on our website or advertising platforms. For further information please call the School on 01902 556400 or email [e-mail]. Contact us now to discuss the role in more detail or to arrange a visit in school.