Teacher of Mathematics

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Mathematics Teacher to join our successful Mathematics department in September 2026. The post holder will be responsible for planning and teaching engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4 Mathematics, ensuring students are thoroughly prepared to achieve strong results  ability to teach A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics would be advantageous, and the post holder will also play a role in supporting and running extra‑curricular activities to enrich student experience and enthusiasm for the subject.

Rochester Independent College was founded as a sixth form college in 1984 and offers a fresh alternative to traditional independent education. There is no uniform and students and teachers are on first name terms. Today, Rochester Independent College (RIC) has 425 students from the age of 11 and offers places for boarders from the age of 13.

Classes are small. On average there are 8 students in each group. As well as a full secondary education from year 7 to sixth form, the College specialises in intensive one year A level and GCSE courses. We also have a good track record of excellent results on retake A level and GCSE courses for students aiming at competitive university courses including Medicine, Law, Veterinary Science and Dentistry.

Rochester Independent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitations of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Please go to our website to find our Safeguarding policy - (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-1

Being You @ RIC:
Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures and so do we. We want our staff to find a home at RIC and aim to give them the freedom to be themselves  want our community to be an inclusive one where there are meaningful levels of representation across all parts of the College. A commitment to inclusivity is at the heart of RIC’s Project 2025 development planning.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at RIC.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to acting sustainably and regeneratively in their role. This includes avoiding environmental harm wherever possible, mitigating any unavoidable impacts, and actively contributing to the restoration of nature. They will routinely consider both visible and less obvious environmental impacts when making decisions, supporting the College’s progress towards its Net Zero Strategy.

The college reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.