Education ⫽ Teaching Assistant

St Augustine Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Maths to join our successful and supportive department. We would welcome applications from both experienced and ECT colleagues; we are committed to offering high quality support for colleagues new to the profession.

• Delivers high-quality Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Inspires students to develop confidence and enjoyment in Mathematics
• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Is committed to inclusive, engaging teaching and continuous professional development

• Be a qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent)
• Have strong subject knowledge and effective classroom practice
• Be a positive team player with excellent communication skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Well‑behaved, motivated students
• A strong CPD programme and career progression opportunities
• A welcoming school community with high aspirations

Informal visits are welcome. CV's will not be accepted. The hiring manager may call candidates for an informal chat prior to the shortlisting process. Applications will be considered as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date therefore early applications are encouraged. St Augustine Academy reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

• 2 weeks holiday at October half term
• A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
• Laptop Free
• Car Parking
• Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
• Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24 - hour access
• Free fitness suite on site

To comply with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must fully complete the application form. This includes;

• Providing a full employment history from the time you left full‑time education, with explanations for any gaps in employment.
• Detailing all relevant education and qualifications.

All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of the recruitment process. Incomplete applications and CV's will not be considered. Your cooperation is essential in upholding the highest standards of safety and care for our students.

St Augustine Academy is a non-selective 11-16 school in Maidstone who is dedicated to fostering excellence in education. We pride ourselves on our supportive community, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to the personal development of both students and staff. Our Christian Ethos helps to make our school a thoughtful community and we are welcoming, positive and open to pupils and staff of all faiths and none.

Our Academy has a calm purposeful atmosphere. We strive to broaden horizons and challenge our students to achieve their potential. We offer a rigorous academic curriculum, a strong behaviour policy. We are committed to continual CPD and a positive work life balance for staff. We offer additional training days, support staff to complete additional qualifications and remove unnecessary workload. We are one of six Academies which make up the Woodard Academies Trust (WAT).

WAT is part of the Woodard family of schools. Created by founder Nathaniel Woodard in 1848, Woodard is the largest group of independent Church of England schools in England and Wales. Woodard Academies Trust and Woodard Schools share a common ethos and vision: to inspire young people to make a difference. Our ethos reflects our deep commitment to delivering an outstanding education to the students we teach.

We prioritise inclusion and value individuals, and excel in delivering pastoral care and personalised learning paths for our students. Our aim is to offer students not only a first‑class education, but also to teach them life skills that will provide benefits beyond their time with us. We believe that our academies should enrich the communities they serve and play an active role in their development.

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