Mathematics Teacher

Smile Education are currently recruiting a qualified Maths Teacher to work within a secondary school in Oldham from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Mathematics specialist to join a caring, supportive and values-led school environment with high expectations for learning, behaviour and student progress.

The school is looking for a teacher who can contribute to a safe and ambitious learning community where students are supported to achieve their personal best. Respect, excellence and kindness are central to the school’s ethos, alongside a strong focus on helping pupils become confident, independent and well-prepared for the future.

Qualified Teacher Status is essential for this role. Applicants without QTS will not be considered.

As a Maths Teacher, you will deliver Mathematics across KS3 and KS4, supporting students in developing confidence, numeracy, problem‑solving skills and a secure understanding of key mathematical concepts. You will plan and deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons that support pupils of varying abilities, including those who require additional support or challenge. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain strong classroom routines, manage behaviour effectively and contribute positively to the Maths department and wider school community.

This is a long‑term role starting in September, with interviews taking place as soon as possible.

• Plan and deliver high‑quality Maths lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach in line with the national curriculum and support strong pupil progress.
• Prepare students effectively for GCSE Mathematics.
• Create a focused, inclusive and purposeful classroom environment.
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of pupils of varying abilities, including SEND.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing support where required.
• Maintain strong behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Build positive professional relationships with pupils and staff.
• Contribute to the wider Maths department and school community.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures, professional standards and school expectations.

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Mathematics within a UK secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge across KS3 and KS4 Mathematics.
• Demonstrate confident classroom and behaviour management.
• Professional, reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Communicate clearly with pupils, colleagues and parents where required.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

£170–£235 per day, dependent on experience, pay scale and role responsibilities.

Long‑term role starting in September 2026. Interviews commencing ASAP.

Opportunity to work within a supportive Oldham secondary school. Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant. Ongoing guidance throughout the placement. Potential for the role to continue beyond the initial placement.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will complete full compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, Barred List and Prohibited List checks, right to work verification, qualification checks and references. All staff are expected to uphold safeguarding, behaviour, equality, health and safety and professional conduct procedures at all times.