Secondary Teacher of Mathematics in Altrincham

Teacher of Mathematics – Secondary School

Location: Altringham, Manchester

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-time, fixed-term maternity cover

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and relevant teacher pay scale

Qualification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and inspirational Teacher of Mathematics to join a successful and ambitious secondary school in the Culcheth area of Warrington from January 2027.

This is a full-time maternity cover opportunity for a passionate Mathematics teacher who has high expectations of themselves and their students and is dedicated to delivering outstanding teaching and learning.

The school has a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and ensuring that every student is supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will share this commitment, demonstrate excellent classroom practice and contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive school environment.

You will join a dedicated teaching team where high standards of behaviour, positive relationships and a love of learning are central to the school's approach.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Planning, preparing and delivering engaging, challenging and well-structured Mathematics lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teaching the full Mathematics curriculum, ensuring lessons are aligned with national curriculum requirements and examination specifications.
• Delivering high-quality teaching that challenges, motivates and inspires students of differing abilities and backgrounds.
• Establishing and maintaining high expectations of student behaviour, achievement, engagement and progress.
• Differentiating teaching and learning to meet individual student needs, including supporting students with additional learning needs and stretching the most able.
• Using a variety of teaching strategies, resources and assessment methods to promote effective learning.
• Regularly assessing, monitoring and recording student progress, using assessment information to inform future planning and intervention.
• Providing constructive feedback and marking students' work in accordance with departmental and school policies.
• Preparing students for internal assessments and external examinations, including GCSE Mathematics.
• Identifying students who may be underachieving and implementing appropriate strategies to support improved outcomes.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes confidence, independence and resilience.
• Managing classroom behaviour consistently in line with the school's behaviour policy and expectations.
• Building positive and professional relationships with students, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Working collaboratively with the Mathematics department to share good practice, resources and strategies to improve student outcomes.
• Participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, professional development and whole-school activities.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and supporting its values, ethos and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing all administrative responsibilities associated with teaching.
• Upholding safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, equality and inclusion policies at all times.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Mathematics.
• Has experience teaching Mathematics within a secondary school environment.
• Can confidently teach across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Has the ability to deliver consistently engaging, challenging and well-paced lessons.
• Sets high expectations for student behaviour, achievement and personal development.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism, enthusiasm, resilience and a genuine commitment to education.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Mathematics teacher looking for your next opportunity from January 2027, we would welcome your application.

We are keen to hear from teachers who are passionate about their subject, committed to delivering high-quality teaching and motivated to make a real difference to the lives and outcomes of young people.