Have you been searching for a supportive, forward-thinking department that prioritises both pupil progress and teacher well-being?
Are you eager to step into a structured, full-time role this September that offers long-term career stability?
Can you inspire a love for problem-solving in students of all learning abilities?
About the Role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious Mathematics Teacher to take on a full-time role starting in September. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, inspiring mathematics lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential for Key Stage 5 involvement depending on experience. The role requires an educator who can seamlessly blend traditional instruction with innovative, digital learning tools to raise attainment levels. Working as part of a highly cooperative faculty, the individual will focus on narrowing the gap for underachieving students while stretching high-ability learners to achieve top marks.
About the School
Situated in a highly accessible area of Leeds, this secondary school boasts an excellent reputation for academic ambition and a deeply ingrained culture of mutual respect. It features a modern campus with state-of-the-art STEM facilities, incredibly active community engagement, and a robust pastoral system. The school prioritises a high-trust environment where teachers are given the professional autonomy to design memorable learning experiences. Backed by a visionary leadership team, the institution is renowned for its comprehensive professional development pathways, ensuring that staff members are continually supported in expanding their teaching portfolios.
Key Requirements
... - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent, recognised UK teaching qualification.
- A current Enhanced Child DBS registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
- Up-to-date knowledge of the current UK National Curriculum and GCSE exam board specifications.
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Key Skills
- Adaptive Teaching: Proven capability to differentiate lesson content effectively for diverse learning profiles.
- Data-Driven Progress Tracking: Skill in analysing pupil data to identify learning gaps and implement targeted interventions.
- Formative Assessment: Excellence in utilising real-time questioning techniques to gauge and guide student understanding.
- Collaborative Planning: Ability to co-create and share high-quality schemes of work within a departmental team.
- Strong Communication: Articulate written and verbal skills for engaging with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
- Resilience and Empathy: Emotional intelligence needed to navigate educational challenges and support pupil well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Lesson Delivery: Plan and execute engaging, high-quality mathematics lessons that adhere to departmental schemes of work.
- Student Assessment: Regularly mark classwork and homework, providing constructive feedback to guide pupil improvement.
- Progress Reporting: Complete academic profiles and formal reports to communicate student progress to parents and guardians.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to the creation and refinement of innovative mathematical resources and assessments.
- Exam Preparation: Equip Key Stage 4 students with vital exam techniques and run targeted revision sessions.
- Classroom Environment: Maintain an ordered, visually stimulating, and safe classroom space conducive to learning.
- Pastoral Duties: Act as a Form Tutor, monitoring the daily attendance, well-being, and behaviour of a designated tutor group.
- Departmental Collaboration: Actively participate in faculty meetings, moderation sessions, and school-wide planning days.
- Parental Engagement: Attend parents' evenings and open days to discuss student growth and school performance.
- Policy Compliance: Consistently implement and uphold all school-wide policies regarding behaviour, rewards, and safeguarding.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Maths Teacher. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
