Second in Maths in Swindon

Working Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Main Scale 1-6 or Upper Pay Scale 1-3 as appropriate, plus TLR2(2) £5,869

Closing Date: Monday 2 February 2026

Start Date: 1 September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Maths teacher to join our high achieving Maths Faculty in an important leadership role. This role would suit an established leader or an inspirational teacher making their first significant step into leadership.

Candidate Attributes

• Have excellent qualifications and subject knowledge
• Have a passion and enthusiasm for teaching Maths at all levels
• Encourage, motivate and inspire staff and students
• Have excellent strategic, organisation and communication skills
• The ability to teach Maths and/or Further Maths at A-Level, and/or Level 3 Core Maths is desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• The quality of the curriculum and resourcing
• The quality of teaching and learning
• Exam and assessment outcomes
• Leading and managing other members of the faculty
• Making a significant contribution to leading change across the Maths faculty

At The Commonweal School we are proud that we are an inclusive and welcoming community. We are committed to equality of opportunities for all staff, and applications are welcome from individuals from all backgrounds, inclusive of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. We focus on employee wellbeing, and an important part of this is the opportunity for every staff member in all roles to have a voice at our school.

Commonweal School is a popular and forward-looking single status academy striving for academic excellence. We seek to provide a high level of support and professional development for all staff. We are committed to realising our aim, which is to be known as a provider of high-quality education for all our students, achieved by focusing on teaching and learning, Global Learning and the performing arts.

We have a Specialist Resource Provision for students with Physical Disabilities which is an integral part of Commonweal life. The Commonweal School has a large Sixth Form provision which enhances and extends the school’s excellent curriculum, creating significant opportunities for over 300 students to achieve their potential. Based in a purpose built three storey centre it offers an outstanding environment in which our students can succeed and grow, within a warm, caring and creative atmosphere.

The Maths Faculty

The Maths Faculty is a well-established, enthusiastic and collaborative team of twelve teachers, bringing together a broad mix of experience and expertise. Staff work closely to share best practice, develop high-quality resources, and maintain high standards of teaching and learning across all key stages. The department is based in a dedicated Maths teaching block within the main school, providing a strong sense of identity and a well-resourced, supportive working environment. There is a clear commitment to professional development, mutual support, and continuous improvement, making the department a positive and stimulating place to work for both experienced teachers and those earlier in their careers.

We look forward to welcoming a new 2nd in faculty who can be an active part of a team we’re all proud of.

Further details can be requested by contacting HR administration - contact details on advert attached. Eteach application forms only please, no CVs will be accepted. Closing date for completed applications is 9am on Monday 2 February 2026. Interviews to be conducted shortly after the closing date. Should you not hear within 4 weeks of the closing date, then you should assume your application has not been successful.

Safeguarding Statement

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance, all appointments are subject to completion of satisfactory recruitment checks including enhanced DBS, two strong references, and a social media check. The Commonweal School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.