The posting
Job Description
Role: Teacher of Maths &/Or Science Maternity Cover
Academy: Outwood Academy Shafton
Start Date: 01/01/2027 to 22/10/2027
Salary (Actual Salary): M1 £34,069 to UPS3 £52,835
Working Pattern: Full Time
Are you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area this can be Maths or Science or a mixture of both subjects join us as a Teacher, where you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success.
This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.
Welcome from the Principal:
Outwood Academy Shafton is an academy bursting with potential for excellence. The students and staff are passionate about their school and there is a strong sense of belonging within the academy. The Academy is a large 11-16 school with just over 1,400 students on roll. It sits at the heart of its community. The academy is full, annually, with first choice preferences and we have a large number of families who are waiting for a place for their child. The academy is a new-build academy, opening almost a decade ago. As a learning community, it is a vast space covering 4 floors with excellent suites of classrooms, labs and specialist learning facilities.
We are proud that Outwood Academy Shafton is a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. In 2023, the academy was recognised by the Inclusion Quality Mark as a National Inclusion Champion, placing in the top 6 schools nationally for our work on creating a place where all young people feel that they belong and can succeed.
The Academy became part of the Outwood Family of Schools in 2015 and as a member of the Outwood Family we believe in putting Students First, raising standards and transforming lives.
Our key aim is to create a positive, happy ethos and culture where our students behave well, have good manners, develop age appropriate self-discipline, engage positively with their learning and show integrity in their words and actions.
Student Voice is a huge strength of the academy serving to raise student engagement, encouraging participation in charity, community, learning and peer support. We strongly believe our student voice makes students feel valued and included in their schooling.
Praise culture for staff and students sits at the heart of our vision of belonging. Our system of praise values and celebrates the achievement of all students and staff, both within and outside the classroom. This culture of praise is visually represented in each classroom with teachers encouraged to praise students for going above and beyond. Students receive a Praising Stars report every 6 weeks which reviews and praises their effort in their classes. The academy calendar is built upon a number of regular weekly, termly and annual praise events such as our weekly PROUD Thursday which we welcome you to come and view when you visit us.
About the Department:
Maths Department:
Join our thriving, close-knit Mathematics department and become an integral part of a dedicated team of 12 teaching professionals. We pride ourselves on a supportive and encouraging work environment where high staff retention reflects our strong sense of community and team wellbeing. As part of our clear 5-year strategic plan, we are already driving rapid progress and sustained improvement in our GCSE results, making this an extraordinarily exciting time to join our journey. We are deeply committed to your professional development, offering regular, high-quality CPD opportunities tailored to help you refine your craft, advance your leadership skills, and reach your full career potential.
Science Department:
You will be joining an experienced, friendly and supportive Science department. Our Science facilities include a well stocked prep room, a spacious office/work room and 10 science classrooms, 7 of which are equipped with laboratory equipment and all of these rooms have a visualiser and a large interactive television screen.
Our team consists of 10 Science teachers of various specialisms, 3 science technicians and a one to one tutor; in addition to this we regularly host ITT students. At GCSE our students either study the AQA Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Combined Science Trilogy. As a vibrant department, we have well attended after school Science enrichment opportunities including our STEM club. We strive to take students on as many extra curricular opportunities as possible, such as University STEM outreach days, GCSE Science live, the Big Bang Fair and many more.
You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Directors as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience that focuses on teaching for understanding.
Outwood and Outwood Academy Shafton is THE place to be for science teachers:
- Become the best you can be: Elevate your teaching through our renowned Outwood Institute of Education programmes and access to the very best national and international CPD opportunities.
- Lead the way: We're committed to nurturing the future leaders of science education. Could that be you?
- Join a thriving community: Collaborate and share best practice with a network of 42 schools and passionate science specialists across all key stages (3-18 years).
- Make a real impact: Help us unlock life-changing opportunities for all students, including the most vulnerable.
- Enjoy a balanced life: Benefit from our commitment to workload reduction and innovative technology that empowers teachers.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Ella Chadbourne Head of Maths [email protected] or Phil Baron Head of Science [email protected]
Closing date Monday 23 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.
Responsibilities
The Teacher is expected to implement and use a wide range of teaching and learning strategies within the classroom, applying techniques like Assessment for Learning (AfL) to continually improve student performance. A core duty involves effectively using student level data to identify areas for development and raise standards.
This professional must be aware of strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students, alongside possessing a good understanding of curriculum developments within their specific subject area. The role requires maintaining high expectations for all students and effectively communicating with students and their parents, both orally and in writing. The teacher is expected to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing good practice across the department, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving and a willingness to adopt new approaches.
- To view the full job description please click here.
Qualifications
Essential qualifications include a degree in an appropriate discipline related to the relevant subject and a teaching qualification coupled with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Required experience includes recent and relevant teaching experience (either in employment or training) and experience of assessment at Key Stage 3 and 4.
The successful candidate will be confident in using standard computer packages (word processing, email, and spreadsheets) and understand how these tools can enhance student learning. The role demands high levels of professionalism, including the ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner, and a capacity to recognise potential child safeguarding issues.
- To view the person specification please click here.
About Us
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:
- Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.
- Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
- Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
Take the next step in your professional journey and apply now to access these exceptional development and system-wide impact opportunities.
- Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here
- To find our more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here
Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page
Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
