Teacher of Maths in Retford

An opportunity has arisen for you to join our highly focused, dedicated staff in the role of Teacher of Maths. Teaching across key stages 3, 4 and 5, we are looking for an excellent practitioner who can deliver innovative and creative lessons which challenge and engage students to progress academically and develop personally during their time at the academy. The ability to also teach some lessons of Science would be preferable.

We would be happy to arrange a visit to the academy, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.

Why join Retford Oaks Academy? Retford Oaks Academy is a large secondary academy for students aged 11-18 years. Our rapidly increasing numbers mean that we now have over 1100 students studying with us. The Academy is part of the Diverse Academies Trust. The Academy prides itself on working as a key partner within the Trust, but also on working with partners beyond the Trust, to ensure that we are constantly striving to research and develop the best quality educational experience which works for our students in our context. Our extensive, modern facilities enable us to offer a wide range of curricular and extra-curricular opportunities to broaden the experiences of our students and to engage them with their learning. In our latest Ofsted inspection, the Academy was praised for having ‘high ambitions for pupils’ and students who are ‘dedicated to their learning’.

The opportunity: This post would suit either a new entrant to the profession or an experienced teacher. We would welcome a teacher returning to work after a career break and will consider part-time or flexible working where possible.

The successful candidate will:

• Have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of students by exemplifying and promoting dedication to excellence
• Have high expectations of themselves and the ability to instil these in staff and students alike
• Be an excellent teacher and a committed team player
• Be invested in enabling student progress, whilst also developing the students holistically
• Deliver innovative and creative lessons which engage and challenge students to achieve their full potential

Essential:

• Strong subject knowledge in Maths, and a passion for teaching and inspiring students.
• Experience of delivering engaging and effective lessons in a secondary school setting
• Clarity of purpose and student-centred vision
• Understanding of the strategies needed to establish consistently high aspirations and standards of results and behaviour

Desirable:

• Evidence of contributing to writing and implementing relevant plans and resources
• Experience of teaching A level

Our employee benefits: At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential. In return you will benefit from:

• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 14% OR Teacher Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 23.68%.
• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning.
• Full support and induction.
• A strong and caring ethos among staff and students.
• Networking opportunities across Diverse Academies.
• Salary sacrifice opportunities such as car, cycle and technology schemes.
• Staff discounts and offers on gym membership, holidays, days out, cinema tickets, restaurants and top online shopping sites including instant voucher codes.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals.
• Health and Wellbeing delivered through our occupational health provider, eyecare vouchers for a free eye test and contribution towards glasses for display screen equipment users.

Closing date: 20 September
Interview date: wc 21 September
Start date: January 2027 (or earlier by agreement)

Diverse Academies and its Governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us. We empower. We respect. We care.