Temporary Teacher of Mathematics - Maternity Cover

Handsworth Grange Community Sports College; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Handsworth Grange Community Sports College in Sheffield is seeking a talented Maths teacher to cover maternity leave from January to December 2027. You will inspire achievement and foster a love of Maths through engaging lessons and targeted interventions.

Work with a supportive team to raise attainment, deliver high-quality teaching, and provide tutoring, enrichment, and proactive progress monitoring in Key Stages 3 and 4.

Qualifications

• Deliver outstanding, inclusive teaching that inspires all students to achieve ambitious outcomes.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced lessons with clear learning objectives and high expectations.
• Use assessment intelligently to monitor progress, provide impactful feedback and inform teaching.
• Differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND, EAL and disadvantaged students.
• Lead high-quality intervention and support programmes that accelerate progress at Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Contribute to curriculum development, reviewing schemes of learning and promoting cross-curricular excellence.
• Embrace innovative teaching approaches, including the effective use of technology to enhance learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, parents and external agencies to maximise student success.
• Play an active role in the wider life of the school through tutoring, enrichment opportunities and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding, inclusive teaching that inspires all students to achieve ambitious outcomes.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced lessons with clear learning objectives and high expectations.
• Use assessment intelligently to monitor progress, provide impactful feedback and inform teaching.
• Differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND, EAL and disadvantaged students.
• Lead high-quality intervention and support programmes that accelerate progress at Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Contribute to curriculum development, reviewing schemes of learning and promoting cross-curricular excellence.
• Embrace innovative teaching approaches, including the effective use of technology to enhance learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, parents and external agencies to maximise student success.
• Play an active role in the wider life of the school through tutoring, enrichment opportunities and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Excellent teaching

Assessment for progress

Differentiation

Collaborative

Tutoring

Job description

Handsworth Grange Community Sports College is an oversubscribed 11-16 comprehensive school serving the south-east of Sheffield. As the founding school of Minerva Learning Trust, we are proud to be recognised for our commitment to raising achievement and improving outcomes for all students.

At Handsworth Grange, we combine high expectations with a strong culture of care, inclusivity and ambition. We are committed to providing an exceptional education for our students while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for our staff. Staff wellbeing is a key priority, and we actively promote a positive work-life balance, making Handsworth Grange an excellent place to develop a rewarding and successful career.

To cover a maternity leave from January to December 2027, we require a great Maths teacher to inspire achievement and a love of Maths in a role where every lesson has the power to shape futures. Join a school committed to unlocking potential, where you will play a key role in raising attainment, delivering targeted interventions and helping every student grow academically through high-quality teaching and a shared commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

Deliver outstanding, inclusive teaching that inspires all students to achieve ambitious outcomes.

Plan and deliver engaging, well-sequenced lessons with clear learning objectives and high expectations.

Use assessment intelligently to monitor progress, provide impactful feedback and inform teaching.

Differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND, EAL and disadvantaged students.

Create a positive, purposeful classroom culture where students feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed.

Lead high-quality intervention and support programmes that accelerate progress at Key Stages 3 and 4.

Contribute to curriculum development, reviewing schemes of learning and promoting cross-curricular excellence.

Embrace innovative teaching approaches, including the effective use of technology to enhance learning.

Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, parents and external agencies to maximise student success.

Play an active role in the wider life of the school through tutoring, enrichment opportunities and ongoing professional development.