Teacher of Maths

London Borough of Havering; Havering-Atte-Bower; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

The Platform hub for SEN and wellbeing

On-site farm

Art gallery

School railway

CPD NPQ and further qualifications

International links

Job summary

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls, part of the LIFE Education Trust, invites applications for a high-calibre Teacher of Maths. Based in Romford, Havering, the post starts January 2027 and offers a supportive department and attractive facilities.

You will deliver engaging Maths lessons across Key Stages 3–5, inspire students, and contribute to ongoing professional development within a thriving, oversubscribed girls school recognised for excellence.

Qualifications

• High-calibre Teacher of Maths
• Suitable for teachers at all career stages
• Join an oversubscribed, high-achieving academy

Responsibilities

• Share our commitment to building great learning communities for our students.
• Inspire young women with a passion for Maths
• Plan creatively for high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Deliver highly effective and engaging lessons with the aspiration of raising the academic progression of our students.
• Be motivated to challenge and help develop amazing young women
• Work collaboratively across the school
• Support the ongoing growth and development of the department

Job description

• Employer: LIFE Education Trust - The Frances Bardsley Academy
• Reference: SCH/26/345205

MPS/UPS with Outer London Allowance

Salary: MPS/UPS with Outer London Allowance

Closing on 15/10/2026 at 09:00

Enhanced DBS Check

Permanent | Full Time

Full Time hours per week.

LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

An 11-18 Academy with Visual Arts Specialism

Tel: [phone]

Web: www.fbaok.co.uk

Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Dutnall LLB, BA, MA, MBA

Teacher of Maths

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full Time

Start Date: January 2027

About this Role

We are seeking to appoint ahigh-calibre Teacher of Mathsto join a talented and supportive team at The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with passionate and experienced colleagues and would be suitable for teachers at all stages of their career.

The successful candidate will:

• Share our commitment to building great learning communities for our students.
• Inspire young women with a passion for Maths
• Plan creatively for high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Deliver highly effective and engaging lessons with the aspiration of raising the academic progression of our students.
• Be motivated to challenge and help develop amazing young women
• Work collaboratively across the school
• Support the ongoing growth and development of the department

The successful candidate will become part of an oversubscribed, flourishing school for girls aged 11 to 18, with confident, courteous, articulate students and an ethos in empowerment. The school is committed to providing the best learning opportunities in a safe, secure and friendly environment with dedicated colleagues who strive for excellence.

In return we can offer you:

• Welcoming and friendly colleagues in a brilliant Maths Department
• Opportunities to teach across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Experienced and talented colleagues in the department who will support your professional development.
• An inspiring and inclusive educational setting equipped with outstanding facilities, including \"The Platform\"—a dedicated hub for Special Educational Needs and student wellbeing—alongside an on-site farm, an art gallery, and a school railway.
• High-quality CPD including NPQ and other further qualifications
• Strong links with girls’ schools in the UK and abroad through the International Coalition of Girls Schools' (ICGS)
• Access to the Schools Advisory Service (SAS), the Trust’s employee well-being support and medical programme. This includes 24-hour-a-day access to a GP helpline for you and those within your household, a counselling service, stress management, weight loss programme, physiotherapy, menopause support and much more.
• Increased priority in admission to our school for your child/ren
• Close proximity to the M25, Romford Railway Station (Elizabeth Line) and on a main bus route

The Frances Bardsley Academy is a large secondary school situated in Romford, Havering. With beautiful buildings and a stunning site, the school has been recognised as 'Ofsted Outstanding for Behaviour & Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership & Management.'The Frances Bardsley Academy is dedicated to the growth and development of its teachers and leaders, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.

At the LIFE Education Trust, our mission is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish'. To accomplish our mission, we keep our 3 core beliefsat the heart of everything we do:Courageous Optimism, Boundless Creativity and Heartfelt Compassion. We support our schools to deliver excellent pupil outcomes, create vibrant, exciting environments and offer rewarding careers for employees.

The Trust reserves the right to interview prior to the deadline date.

We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly people from ethnic minorities who are currently under-represented. LIFE Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.