Teacher of Maths

St Augustine Academy; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated secondary school in Maidstone seeks a passionate Teacher of Maths to join a supportive department. The role involves delivering high-quality Maths lessons to students in KS3 and KS4 while promoting confidence and enjoyment in the subject. Candidates should possess QTS or equivalent, along with strong subject knowledge and effective classroom practice. This position offers a range of benefits including professional development opportunities, a laptop, free onsite meals, and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive CPD programme

Free meals for staff

Free car parking

Occupational Sick Pay

Free fitness suite on site

Qualifications

• Deliver high-quality Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Inspire students to develop confidence and enjoyment in Mathematics.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support students’ potential through an engaging curriculum.
• Contribute to a collaborative Maths department.

Skills

High-quality lesson delivery

Strong subject knowledge

Effective classroom practice

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

St Augustine Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Maths to join our successful and supportive department. We would welcome applications from both experienced and ECT colleagues; we are committed to offering high quality support for colleagues new to the profession. We are looking for a passionate teacher who:

• Delivers high-quality Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Inspires students to develop confidence and enjoyment in Mathematics
• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Is committed to inclusive, engaging teaching and continuous professional development
• Be a qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent)
• Have strong subject knowledge and effective classroom practice
• Be a positive team player with excellent communication skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A supportive and collaborative Maths department
• Well-behaved, motivated students
• A strong CPD programme and career progression opportunities
• A welcoming school community with high aspirations

What we offer

• 2 weeks holiday at October half term
• A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
• Laptop
• Free Car Parking
• Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
• Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24-hour access
• Free fitness suite on site

Applicants Requirements

To comply with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must fully complete the application form. This includes providing a full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with explanations for any gaps in employment, and detailing all relevant education and qualifications. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of the recruitment process. Incomplete applications and CVs will not be considered. Your cooperation is essential in upholding the highest standards of safety and care for our students.

About our School

St Augustine Academy is a non-selective 11-16 school in Maidstone which is dedicated to fostering excellence in education. We pride ourselves on our supportive community, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to the personal development of both students and staff. Our Christian Ethos helps to make our school a thoughtful community and we are welcoming, positive and open to pupils and staff of all faiths and none. Our Academy has a calm purposeful atmosphere. We strive to broaden horizons and challenge our students to achieve their potential. We offer a rigorous academic curriculum and a strong behaviour policy. We are committed to continual CPD and a positive work life balance for staff. We offer additional training days to support staff to complete additional qualifications and to remove unnecessary workload. We are one of six Academies which make up the Woodard Academies Trust (WAT). WAT is part of the Woodard family of schools. Created by founder Nathaniel Woodard in 1848, Woodard is the largest group of independent Church of England schools in England and Wales. Woodard Academies Trust and Woodard Schools share a common ethos and vision: to inspire young people to make a difference. Our ethos reflects our deep commitment to delivering an outstanding education to the students we teach. We prioritise inclusion and value individuals, and excel in delivering pastoral care and personalised learning paths for our students. Our aim is to offer students not only a first-class education, but also to teach them life skills that will provide benefits beyond their time with us. We believe that our academies should enrich the communities they serve and play an active role in their development.

DBS Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.