Teacher of Maths

Hours: Full time, permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

Ripplevale School and College is a thriving independent special school for 170 students aged 6 to 25 years, located in the historic town of Rochester. As part of the Ripplevale family of schools, we provide a holistic, child‑centred approach to meeting the needs of our students, most of whom have an Education and Health Care Plan. Identified needs may include ASC, dyslexia, speech, language and communication difficulties, DCD, sensory, and high levels of anxiety.

As a Teacher of Maths, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, high‑quality lessons that inspire students and develop their confidence in mathematics. You will teach across a range of key stages, planning and delivering a curriculum that supports both attainment and a genuine enthusiasm for the subject.

• Plan and deliver effective, differentiated Maths lessons aligned with the national curriculum
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing clear feedback to support achievement
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and high expectations
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including departmental initiatives and extracurricular activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to continuously improve teaching and learning standards

To thrive in this role, you will be a motivated and passionate Maths teacher with a commitment to student success and high standards of teaching. You will ideally have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject
• Experience teaching Maths at secondary level (including ECTs/NQTs encouraged to apply)
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage learners of all abilities
• A proactive, reflective approach to teaching and professional development
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

• A competitive salary of £32,916 – £45,352 depending on experience
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Access to ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ academic success and future prospects
• A well‑resourced department and strong leadership support

Due to the high volume of interest in this position, we may close the vacancy before the stated deadline. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible.

Ripplevale School Rochester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Ripplevale School Rochester is required to conduct online searches about you as part of their shortlisting process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in