The posting
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Classroom Teacher of Maths to join our team at Maiden Erlegh School.
Second in Department
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled classroom practitioner who is passionate about Mathematics and committed to helping every student achieve their potential. You will plan, resource and deliver highly effective lessons, contribute to curriculum development and create a safe, purposeful and ambitious learning environment in which students can make strong progress and achieve high academic standards.
You will use a range of effective teaching approaches to engage students, promote enjoyment of Mathematics and overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will establish positive professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents and carers and will contribute positively to the wider life of the school and Trust.
As a Disability Confident employer, we want to ensure everyone can perform at their best when applying to work with us. If you need any support with your application or adjustments during the selection process, please contact our People Team by emailing [email protected] or calling 0118 929 6020.
Key responsibilities
As a Classroom Teacher of Maths, you will:
Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality Maths lessons that engage, challenge and inspire students.
Create a purposeful and inclusive classroom environment where all students are supported to make strong progress and achieve high academic standards.
Use a range of effective teaching strategies to meet differing needs and overcome barriers to learning.
Assess students’ knowledge, understanding and progress, using this information to inform future teaching and support improvement.
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, engagement and achievement, creating a safe and positive environment for learning.
Contribute to the development and effective delivery of the Maths curriculum.
Build positive and professional relationships with students, parents, carers and colleagues.
Direct and work effectively with support staff assigned to lessons to help students access learning successfully.
Contribute to tutor provision and support students’ wider personal development and wellbeing.
Take an active role in the wider life of the school, including enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities where appropriate.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the sharing of effective practice within the school and across the wider Trust.
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people, following all relevant school and Trust policies and procedures. The ideal candidate
You will be an enthusiastic and reflective teacher who is passionate about Mathematics and committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
You will:
Hold a good quality degree, a PGCE or equivalent qualification in secondary education, and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Be a skilled classroom practitioner with the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
Have high expectations of students and a strong commitment to securing excellent progress and achievement.
Be able to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.
Communicate clearly and effectively and build positive professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents and carers.
Be organised, reliable and able to manage workload and competing priorities effectively.
Be confident using ICT to enhance teaching and learning.
Be collaborative, approachable and willing to work positively with colleagues and support staff.
Be committed to ongoing professional learning and developing your own practice.
Be enthusiastic about contributing to the wider and extra-curricular life of the school.
Share the values and high expectations of Maiden Erlegh Trust, with a clear commitment to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Maiden Erlegh School (MES)
Maiden Erlegh School is a highly successful comprehensive school for students aged 11-18, located in Lower Earley, near Reading. Relationships between students and staff are extremely positive, and students are keen, curious, respectful and ambitious.
Academic outcomes continue to improve year on year, with the school placing in the top 50 schools nationally for Progress 8, alongside a thriving sixth form.
Staff are dedicated professionals who go the extra mile to support students to achieve their best. The school offers strong professional development opportunities and a warm, supportive welcome to new colleagues.
ABOUT MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST
Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.
We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.
Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.
You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.
Benefits of Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust
Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including:
Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
ME Day - One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event
Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes
Mental Health First Aid Support
Recognition and Community - Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
Employee Referral Scheme
Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.
Additional Information
If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact [email protected] for an informal discussion.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.
Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
