Maths Teacher

Job Description:

Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Paid to scale on MPS / UPS
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire
Subject: Maths Teacher

The Opportunity

Our client, a highly prestigious and academically outstanding secondary school based near Leicester, is seeking to appoint a passionate and committed Maths Teacher to join their thriving and well-resourced Maths department. This is a full-time, permanent position offering the opportunity to work in an intellectually stimulating environment where students are highly motivated, and behaviour is exemplary.

This role is suitable for both experienced practitioners and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to launch their careers in a dynamic and supportive school.

The School

The school is a leading secondary day school with a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and innovation. Located in the heart of Leicester with excellent transport links to central Leicester, the school boasts:

• A reputation for outstanding pastoral care and student wellbeing
• A diverse and inclusive community committed to celebrating all cultures
• Modern, state-of-the-art facilities
• 89% A–B at A-Level* in Maths subjects and 86% of GCSEs at grades 9–7
• A vibrant co-curricular and enrichment programme
• Recognition in The Good Schools Guide for academic and pastoral excellence
• Among the Top 150 Secondary Schools in the UK (2023)

With an average of four applicants per place, the school attracts highly able students and maintains a high-achieving academic culture where teachers are both challenged and supported.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach Maths across Key Stages 3 to 5
• Plan and deliver engaging, innovative lessons that foster curiosity and academic rigour
• Contribute to the continued development of the Maths curriculum and co-curricular activities
• Use a variety of teaching methods and technologies to support different learning styles
• Participate actively in departmental meetings, school events, and CPD opportunities
• Demonstrate strong classroom management, professional conduct, and an enthusiasm for collaborative learning

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic teacher who demonstrates:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – PGCE or equivalent required
• Strong academic background and deep subject knowledge in Maths disciplines
• A passion for teaching and inspiring young minds
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-player mindset
• High expectations for both students and themselves
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Right to work in the UK

What the School Offers

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• Highly motivated and respectful pupils
• Outstanding professional development and progression opportunities
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and digital learning tools
• A healthy work-life balance with dedicated PPA time
• Competitive salary in line with the Secondary Schools’ pay scale, with consideration for experience