Year 6 Teacher (Maths Subject Leader)

Tradewind Recruitment
Greater London
GBP 30,000 - 50,000
Job description

YEAR 6 TEACHER AND HEAD OF MATHS


About the Role - Year 6 Teacher & Maths Subject Leader

As the school's first Year 6 Teacher, you'll have the unique opportunity to create a purposeful and dynamic learning environment for a small class of engaged pupils. You'll work closely with the Headteacher and Head of English to develop schemes of work that prepare children for 11+ exams, scholarship applications, and future senior schools.

This is a full teaching role with additional responsibilities as Head of Maths, overseeing the Maths curriculum from Reception to Year 6 and nurturing a love of the subject throughout the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

  1. Full-time Year 6 Teacher role, teaching across the curriculum with a focus on 11+ preparation
  2. Designing engaging lessons based on the National Curriculum, the school's thematic curriculum, and 11+ requirements
  3. Leading enrichment activities after the 11+ exams to challenge and inspire pupils
  4. Coordinating Maths teaching across all year groups, supporting staff and refining schemes of work
  5. Developing whole-school Maths initiatives, competitions, and themed events
  6. Working with SLT to ensure outstanding progress and outcomes in Maths

About You - Year 6 Teacher

We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative, and confident Year 6 Teacher with a passion for both Upper Key Stage 2 teaching and Maths leadership.

You'll bring:

  1. Proven success as a Year 6 Teacher or Upper KS2 teacher
  2. Excellent subject knowledge in Maths, with the ability to lead and inspire colleagues
  3. Experience preparing pupils for 11+ exams (desirable but not essential)
  4. A commitment to pastoral care, individualised learning, and academic excellence
  5. Strong communication and organisation skills
  6. A genuine enthusiasm for contributing to school life beyond the classroom

Why Join This School?

  1. Be the first Year 6 Teacher in a school that values creativity, care, and high achievement
  2. Lead Maths across a school with a strong academic reputation and excellent resources
  3. Teach small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios and engaged learners
  4. Enjoy generous school holidays (up to 17 weeks)
  5. Access a supportive SLT and CPD opportunities
  6. Receive enhanced benefits including:
    1. 6% matched pension
    2. Income protection scheme
    3. Death in service cover (4x salary)
    4. Employee Assistance Programme
    5. Season ticket loan
    6. Discounted school fees for staff children

The Ideal Year 6 Teacher Will Have:

  1. QTS and experience teaching Upper KS2
  2. Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and independent sector expectations
  3. A passion for Maths and commitment to high standards of teaching
  4. A warm, nurturing, and professional approach with pupils and parents
  5. A flexible, proactive attitude and a willingness to grow with the school

This is a truly exciting opportunity for a talented Year 6 Teacher with leadership aspirations, or an experienced practitioner ready for a new challenge. Whether you're currently a Year 6 Teacher, Maths Coordinator, or looking to step into subject leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, or for more information about this Year 6 Teacher and Maths Subject Leader role, contact Alex Frost at SANZA Teaching Agency today on (url removed) - please send in your updated CV.

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