Teacher of Mathematics MPR/UPR

Teaching Vacancies; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Knowsley is seeking a dynamic and inspirational Teacher of Mathematics for a full-time permanent role starting in January 2026. The successful candidate will teach up to KS4 and potentially KS5, inspiring students through strong subject knowledge and effective teaching practices. The position offers additional recruitment incentives for the right candidate and is aimed at both experienced and early career teachers.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Commitment to staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Ability to teach the subject to GCSE and A-Level.
• Recent participation in relevant In-Service Training.
• Awareness of safeguarding children's issues.
• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics up to KS4, with potential KS5.
• Inspire and engage pupils with strong teaching practices.
• Collaborate on high-quality lessons and pupil outcomes.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent interpersonal skills

Personal motivation

Ability to motivate students

Excellent organisation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status/ QTLS

Degree in Mathematics or related subject

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about Maths and numbers and can deliver high quality lessons and excellent outcomes for students? Then come and join a high performing and forward thinking Maths team at Rainhill High School, including Rainhill Sixth. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, ambitious and inspirational Teacher of Mathematics for January 2026, who has a thirst for knowledge and the drive to succeed to teach up to KS4 Maths with the possibility of some KS5 teaching. The successful candidate will have the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our pupils through strong subject knowledge; someone who thrives on collaboration and teamwork; a committed professional with high levels of personal motivation and ambition. This post is offered on a full time permanent contract. Applications are welcome from both experienced and early career teachers. An additional recruitment incentive allowance may be offered for the right candidate. You will need to have excellent interpersonal skills with a genuine commitment to teaching and the ability to develop our pupils’ love of learning in Mathematics.

As a member of Rainhill High School, we expect our staff to embody the following values and attitudes:

• Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment for students
• Dedication to continuous professional development
• Respect for diversity and inclusion within the school community

If you believe you have the skills and dedication to meet our standards, and be part of our pursuit of excellence, then we are the school for you.

Rainhill High School is part of Stephenson MAT and was graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2023. The Academy is working hard to make a difference to staff workloads by investing time, technology, and support to make Rainhill an attractive place to work. For the right candidate, there would be additional opportunities based on potential, ability, and capacity to make a difference across the team and the school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics up to KS4, with the possibility of some KS5 teaching
• Inspire and engage pupils through strong subject knowledge and effective teaching practices
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high quality lessons and support pupil outcomes
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extra-curricular activities as appropriate

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status/ QTLS
• Degree in related subject
• Recent participation in relevant In-Service Training
• Professional knowledge and understanding of the Subject National Curriculum – All Key Stages
• Ability to teach the subject to GCSE and to A-Level
• Willingness to assist in delivery of extracurricular activities
• An awareness of safeguarding children issues
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills
• Personal motivation and ability to motivate students
• Excellent organisation and administration skills
• Excellent ICT Skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to equality and diversity

What the school offers its staff

Our school has a long and strong record of academic success. The destinations that our students move onto are strong. Our continued focus is on raising the aspirations, achievements and confidence of all our students to ensure they have the best life chances; that all of our students leave us ready to take on the world with conviction and self-assurance. We make no apologies for having the highest expectations of all our students.

Our curriculum is ambitious. Students are expected to work hard, and this is complemented by our excellent pastoral care, support and guidance. You will find the staff here are determined to support academic achievement but also provide a wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular activities both within and beyond the classroom, ranging from trips to New York to football teams in school; all of which are important in building the confidence, resilience and experiences of every child.

Our school’s mission is ‘In Pursuit of Excellence’ in everything that we do and our core values; Learn, Think, Contribute, Care, embody our determination to ensure that all our students receive a first-class education that enables them to take their place in society with confidence.

We are a popular and high achieving school on the edge of Merseyside with a very strong reputation locally and significantly oversubscribed.

Safeguarding

Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion; where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.