Teacher of Maths UCC063BC at Uppingham Community College

About this Role

Teacher of Maths

Uppingham Community College

Grade: MPS/ UPS

FTE percentage: 1 FTE

Contract Type: Permanent

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for providing inspirational learning experiences. You will play a vital role in making a difference in the lives of all our students. The ideal candidate will be a hardworking and supportive team member with a strong understanding of how young people learn and the ability to plan and deliver high-quality teaching and learning.

Why Choose Uppingham Community College?

Uppingham Community College is a welcoming, student-focused school built on the values of respect, honesty, and kindness. Staff are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow within a collaborative community that prioritises high-quality teaching and professional development. It's an environment grounded in positivity and shared ambition, where you can make a meaningful impact on students' learning and futures.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach.
• Be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teachingprogrammes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
• Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of pupils' you teach
• Be aware of pupils' capabilities, their prior knowledge and plan teaching anddifferentiate appropriately to build on this demonstrating knowledge and2 of 5understanding of how pupils learn

What We're Looking For

Qualifications: Qualified to degree level including Qualified Teacher Status

Experience: Teaching experience with the age range applying for

Skills & Knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to be fully involved the life of the school community
• A commitment to supporting and enhancing our school's ethos and vision

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Access to learning networks and visits to otherorganisations
• Supportive leadership and a highly committedteam
• Highlycommitted and motivated Team
• A rolewhich has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• Aestablished Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & WellbeingBenefits

• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Defined benefit pension scheme
• Be anintegral member of the team in a vibrant school
• Createan outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
• Play asignificant part in continuing to develop our school
• Be partof a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust

Additional Perks

• Free parking
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Gym discounts
• Eyecare vouchers
• Dental support
• Retail discounts
• Annual incremental pay increases within the payscale

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.

If yourequire assistance completing your application, please contact [email protected] for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery SchoolsTrust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learningand teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of allchildren are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of theschool they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared throughlearning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leadingpractitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvementsystem which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also placesstaff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart ofachieving outstanding organisations.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, thesuccessful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosureand Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in craftingpersonal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expectapplicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust mayutilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will beconsidered when shortlisting.