Teacher of Mathematics

Location: Manchester

School Type: Secondary School

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: January Start

A forward-thinking, high-aspiring secondary school and Sixth Form in Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic, sharp, and inspiring Teacher of Mathematics to join their vibrant Maths faculty starting in January. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated specialist, whether an experienced practitioner seeking a fresh environment or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT), to foster numerical fluency, logical problem-solving, and mathematical confidence across a diverse student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Mathematics, you will bring numbers and quantitative logic to life, delivering high-quality instruction across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Mathematics), and potentially Key Stage 5 (A-Level Maths / Further Maths, depending on experience). Joining the team for the spring term, you will work alongside a collaborative department to scaffold foundational concepts for developing learners while challenging high-attaining mathematicians to reach top grades.

• Start Date: January

• Environment: A welcoming Northwest secondary school dedicated to academic growth, innovative STEM education, and strong community values

• Culture: A collegiate, supportive, and well-resourced department equipped with modern digital tools, shared planning schemes, and proactive leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-rigor Mathematics lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE), with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 (A-Level) based on subject expertise.

• Prepare pupils thoroughly for national examinations using data-informed tracking, exam board strategies, and regular diagnostic feedback routines.

• Develop students’ mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and real-world application of quantitative techniques.

• Monitor, track, and evaluate student progress, implementing targeted intervention strategies to stretch high achievers and support learners needing additional guidance.

• Participate in departmental enrichment activities, such as UKMT Maths Challenges, numeracy clubs, and cross-curricular STEM initiatives.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic background with a degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Maths lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5 experience is a bonus).

• In-depth understanding of the GCSE Mathematics curriculum and examination board requirements (e.g., Edexcel, AQA, OCR).

• Strong classroom management, clear explanatory skills, and a genuine passion for making mathematics accessible and rewarding for all learners.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS, commensurate with experience), with TLR opportunities available for candidates interested in Key Stage leadership or numeracy coordination.

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured onboarding for a smooth January start, and staff health and wellbeing initiatives.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate, outcome-focused Mathematics teacher ready to make an immediate impact from January at an engaging secondary school in Manchester, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.