The Opportunity
Are you a mathematician who can unlock the beauty of patterns, the logic of calculus, and the real-world power of statistics? Can you inspire students to see Maths not just as a set of rules, but as the universal language of problem-solving?
We are seeking an analytically-minded and enthusiastic Maths Teacher to join a flagship department in Leeds. As a major UK hub for finance, digital technology, and data science, Leeds provides an ideal backdrop for a specialist who can link classroom learning to high-level career pathways. We are looking for an educator who can build mathematical confidence in every learner, from foundational numeracy to the rigours of Further Maths.
Core Responsibilities
Pedagogical Excellence: Planning and delivering high-impact, mastery-based lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5, including GCSE Mathematics and A-Level Mathematics.
Mathematical Fluency: Developing students' ability to recall facts, perform complex procedures, and apply multi-step reasoning to unfamiliar problems.
Problem-Solving Leadership: Cultivating a classroom culture where "trial and error" is celebrated and students are encouraged to articulate their mathematical thinking.
Curriculum Innovation: Integrating technology (such as GeoGebra or Desmos) into the schemes of work to help students visualise functions and geometric transformations.
Exam Mastery: Guiding examination cohorts through the Edexcel, AQA, or OCR specifications, with a clinical focus on exam technique and the "AO2/AO3" reasoning marks.
STEM Advocacy: Leading extracurricular initiatives such as the UKMT Junior/Senior Maths Challenges, code-breaking clubs, and university prep for STEP or MAT exams.
Why This School?
The Leeds Northern Powerhouse: Work in a city that is a national leader in financial services and healthcare tech, offering incredible scope for industry links and real-world application of statistics.
Data-Informed Faculty: Join a collaborative department that uses sophisticated tracking and diagnostic tools to identify and close learning gaps effectively.
Advanced Learning Suites: Benefit from dedicated Maths classrooms equipped with interactive displays, a wealth of physical manipulatives, and premium software subscriptions.
Professional Growth: Access to specialist CPD through the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM), marking training, and pathways toward Head of Maths or Lead Practitioner roles.
Candidate Profile
Qualification: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a strong honours degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or a related quantitative discipline.
Subject Knowledge: Exceptional fluency across the secondary curriculum, with the ability to teach A-Level (Core, Mechanics, and Statistics) to a high standard.
Pedagogy: A proven track record of securing strong progress across all ability ranges and a commitment to the "Maths Mastery" approach.
Character: A resilient, logical, and encouraging educator who can demystify complex concepts and foster a "can-do" attitude toward the subject.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit your CV today.
