At OFG we believe increating a better work life balance Job Title: Maths Teacher (Maternity cover) Location: 3 Dimensions School, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1PB Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm Salary: £39,500 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Fixed term - July 2027 | Term Time Only Start: October 2026 UK applicants only no sponsorship available About the Role For some young people, success in Maths starts long before the right answer. It starts with feeling safe enough to try, developing confidence and discovering that numbers can make sense. At 3 Dimensions School, were looking for a creative and compassionate Maths Teacher to join our Hummingbird Site on a maternity cover contract. Youll support students with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, SEMH, ADHD and trauma related needs, providing learning that is personalised around the individual rather than taking a one size fits all approach. Youll teach across KS3, KS4 and Post 16, combining functional Maths, Entry Level, GCSE where appropriate and practical numeracy for everyday life. With the freedom to adapt your teaching, you can focus on what each student needs to engage, progress and begin to see themselves as capable learners. What Youll Do Deliverengaging and differentiated Maths learning across KS3, KS4 and Post 16 Teach a combination offunctional Maths, Entry Level, GCSE where appropriate and practical everyday numeracy Adapt lessons around individual learning profiles, abilities andEHCP outcomes Use creative approaches including visual scaffolding, practical resources, chunking and overlearning to make Maths more accessible Usetrauma informed and low arousal approaches to help students regulate, engage and feel ready to learn Identify gaps in knowledge and create personalised strategies that help students make meaningful progress Build positive and trusting relationships that developconfidence, resilience and a willingness to try Track and assess progress while recognising that achievement can look different for every student Help students understand how Maths connects toindependence, everyday life and preparation for adulthood Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent and individualised support Who Were Looking For Were looking for someone who can see beyond a traditional Maths classroom and find different ways to help young people understand, engage and succeed. Essential: Experienceteaching or supporting Maths learning Strong Maths knowledge with the ability to make concepts accessible and relevant Confidence differentiating learning for a wide range of abilities and individual needs Strongrelationship building and classroom management skills A patient, flexible and creative approach to teaching A commitment to inclusive and student centred education The ability to recognise and celebrate progress, including the smaller steps that can lead to significant achievements Full UK Driving Licence Desirable: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or currently working towards it Experience working withinSEN, specialist education or alternative provision Experience deliveringFunctional Skills, Entry Level or GCSE Maths Knowledge and understanding ofEHCPs and preparation for adulthood About Us 3 Dimensions School is a specialist independent school for children and young people aged 7-25 with a range of complex learning, communication, social, emotional and mental health needs. Part of Outcomes First Group, we provide a nurturing, inclusive and highly personalised education that enables every learner to thrive. Operating across two purposefully designed sites, our primary provision at Chardleigh and secondary/post-16 provision at Hummingbird allow us to offer tailored learning environments that meet students' needs at every stage of their educational journey. We support learners with a range of profiles, including Autism, ADHD, speech, language and communication needs, SEMH, PDA, attachment difficulties and the impact of trauma. Through our trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approach, we help young people build confidence, resilience, independence and the skills they need for successful futures. 3 Dimensions School has a strong reputation for achieving positive outcomes for students, combining high expectations with individualised support to help young people succeed both academically and personally. Our broad curriculum, therapeutic approaches, vocational pathways and preparation for adulthood programmes ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions Your Wellbeing Matters mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme
