Mathematics Teacher

The Mathematics Department is seeking an ambitious and inspirational teacher to join its highly successful team on a Fixed Term Contract of 5 months. This is a full-time post and applications are warmly welcomed from ECTs. Ideally the successful candidate would be available for an immediate start. Aligned with the School's aims to 'Prepare Pupils for the Future' and 'Promote Academic Excellence', the department is committed to developing confident, resilient mathematicians with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Teaching is carefully sequenced, purposeful, and designed to ensure all learners make strong progress. Mathematics is taught across the senior school (Year 7 to Year 11), following the IGCSE curriculum. Structured opportunities for challenge, fluency, and deep thinking are embedded throughout. The department operates in a highly collaborative culture, with staff regularly sharing resources, strategies, and ideas to continually refine and improve teaching and learning. Teaching, Learning & Curriculum Approach Mathematics teaching at Ditcham Park School is underpinned by high expectations, clear modelling, and a strong emphasis on retrieval practice and long-term retention. Pupils are taught in sets from January of Year 7 to ensure learning is well-matched to need, while also taking part in whole-year group mathematical activities that promote collaboration, confidence, and aspiration across all ability ranges. Job Description Mathematics Teacher FTC September 2026 Pupils enjoy their Mathematics lessons and do not shy away from challenge. Students engage positively with lessons and are willing to persevere when work becomes demanding. The department places a strong emphasis on developing independent learners. Pupils are regularly guided to reflect on their understanding using structured red/amber/green topic tracking, longside carefully designed revision materials and retrieval-based learning routines. Enrichment, Challenge & Independent Learning Each year, around half of the senior school participates in the UKMT Maths Challenge, with pupils regularly progressing to follow-on rounds. This reflects the strong culture of problem-solving and mathematical curiosity within the department. In Year 11, structured revision programmes support pupils in building disciplined, independent study habits, including daily practice routines designed to identify and close gaps in understanding. Use of Technology The department makes highly effective use of digital learning tools. Chromebooks are embedded into lessons to support modelling, exploration, and independent practice. Platforms including Desmos, MathsWatch and MyMaths, are used alongside calculators to enhance understanding, support revision, and provide immediate feedback to pupils., This is a full-time post on a Fixed Term Contract of 5 months. It will suit a high calibre individual with a genuine passion for mathematics education and the ambition to contribute to a high-performing department. The successful candidate will have the energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to challenge, support, and inspire pupils across all year groups. Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mathematics teaching across KS3 and GCSE
• Plan engaging and well-sequenced lessons that promote progress for all learners
• Support the development of independent learning and effective revision strategies
• Contribute to assessment, monitoring, and reporting of pupil progress
• Engage in collaborative planning and sharing of best practice within the department
• Contribute to enrichment activities, including UKMT and whole-school events
• Use digital tools effectively to enhance teaching and learning
• Support whole-school initiatives and uphold high standards of safeguarding and pastoral care

Qualifications

• Good quality degree in mathematics or a closely related subject
• Ability to teach mathematics across KS3 and GCSE
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for mathematics education
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification (or working towards ECT completion)
• Interest in digital learning and/or mathematical enrichment
• Experience of or enthusiasm for extracurricular mathematics

Professional Competencies

Can demonstrate high standards in the necessary professional competencies required of teachers:

• Subject knowledge and application
• Classroom management
• Assessment, recording and reporting students' progress
• Teaching effectively throughout age and ability range
• Has confidence to contribute their own ideas and initiatives to the philosophy of the school
• Is willing to be involved in the wider activities of the school
• Has a practical understanding