Teacher of Mathematics

What skills and experience we’re looking for

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Mathematics on a full‑time permanent contract basis with effect from September 2026. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a very strong Mathematics Faculty in our highly successful 11‑19 academy. The role will report to the Faculty Leader and the candidate will teach a full timetable within the subject.

The faculty has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and well‑planned schemes of learning for all courses are already in place. A faculty‑based mentor will work with the appointee to support their development and induction in their first year. There is also an excellent academy‑wide support and development programme for all new staff available.

The post is also open to ECTs, and we would be pleased to hear from candidates who are currently registered with an ITT programme within this subject area. There will be the opportunity to teach across the year groups from KS3 to KS4. The core purpose of the role is to provide professional leadership to students in a subject area by offering high quality teaching, resulting in high standards of learning and achievement for all students.

The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject and will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) prior to the commencement of their role. This role is also open to Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are ready to inspire, motivate and make a real difference in the lives of our pupils.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high‑quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.

They should have an interest in new teaching and learning developments and possess a high degree of integrity. Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track‑record of teaching the subject with strong examination outcomes, particularly at Key Stage 4. We actively welcome ECT applications and offer a structured, supportive induction programme.

In accordance with the job description for Classroom Teacher, the key responsibilities will be as follows:

• ensure that lessons are planned in accordance with the schemes of learning for each course
• ensure awareness of the prior learning and special educational needs of their students
• ensure high expectations are set for the achievement and behaviour of students
• ensure that relevant curriculum policies for marking, assessment, target setting, recording and reporting are enacted
• ensure that progression and continuity is achieved across the key stage and between the key stages

At Plume Academy all teaching staff are expected to fulfil both an academic teaching role and a pastoral role by acting as a Tutor to a group of assigned students. This involves staff in all aspects of pastoral work including guidance, safeguarding, monitoring and encouraging progress, contact with parents, writing reports and compiling student references. Tutors also deliver part of Plume Academy’s Personal Development Programme.

Teaching staff are encouraged to contribute to the academy’s rich extra‑curricular programme, and all candidates will be provided with the opportunity to discuss their personal interests at interview.

As one of the largest educational establishments in Essex, there are many opportunities for career progression. Via an academy‑wise coaching programme, staff are encouraged to take responsibility for their own career development, with full support and encouragement from their line managers and other relevant staff, including those responsible for staff training.

Annual salary for a qualified teacher will be in accordance with the Plume Academy Teacher Pay Scale, which from appointment for a full‑time post currently involves a salary Main to Upper pay scale £31,650 – £49,084. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st September each year. Progression…