Physics Teacher in Swansea

Ffynone House School has a vacancy for a passionate and engaging Mathematics teacher to join our vibrant school community in the heart of Swansea. The successful candidate will teach Mathematics across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, including GCSE and A Level, and will contribute positively to the academic life of the school. This is potentially a full or part-time position, working alongside our excellent and experienced team and would be temporary in the first instance. Hours are negotiable, depending on the expertise and availability of the successful applicant.

Ffynone House is an independent through school and charitable trust that provides a first-class, all-round education for every child. With around 150 students on roll, each pupil is treated as an individual to ensure they achieve their full potential. Small class sizes ensure that our students are confident and eager to learn, allowing our staff to focus on delivering excellent outcomes. The school's ethos promotes a desire for achievement and success, both in and out of the classroom. With the recent acquisition of primary years this September, the school is going from strength to strength.

• Teach Mathematics effectively across KS3–KS5, including GCSE (Pearson iGCSE) and A Level (Pearson) where appropriate.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Set, mark and assess work in line with departmental and school policies.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback to support attainment.
• Prepare pupils for public examinations and internal assessments.
• Maintain high standards of classroom management and pupil behaviour.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work and departmental resources.
• Support pupils’ academic and personal development in line with the school’s ethos.
• Participate in parents’ evenings, meetings, and relevant school events.
• Uphold and promote safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.

• A good honours degree in Mathematics or a related subject.
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS or equivalent).
• Experience of teaching Mathematics at KS3 and KS4.
• Ability to teach Mathematics at KS5 (A Level).
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Mathematics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high academic standards and pupil well-being.
• Ability to contribute to extracurricular activities or enrichment opportunities.

• Small class sizes
• Respectful and enthusiastic students
• Emphasis on an experimental practical approach
• Supportive atmosphere
• Family environment
• Autonomy in curriculum design

We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and those at the start of their career journey. However, as an independent school, we cannot facilitate QTS accreditation or PGCE training. We are an equal opportunities organisation and are proud of the diversity of our school community, therefore we encourage all applications regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Further information on salary, hours and benefits is available upon request – please contact the school and ask for Josie Miles (Headteacher) or Vicky Price (Business Manager).

Ffynone House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school has a strong ethos of student welfare, and the successful applicant will undergo a full enhanced criminal record check (DBS).