The posting
At Yate Academy, we believe outstanding teaching transforms lives. We are looking for a committed Second in Maths to join our ambitious and supportive school community.
This is an excellent opportunity to inspire a love of learning, help students achieve their best and contribute to the continued success of our school.
About the Role
As a member of our Maths Department, you will deliver high-quality teaching that engages, challenges and inspires students to achieve their full potential. You will contribute to the planning and delivery of an ambitious curriculum, support students' academic and personal development, and work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator, who is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of young people while contributing to a thriving and supportive school community.
The main duties and responsibilities:
- To act as the Head of Maths in the absence of the postholder
- To lead and develop Maths across key stages
- To lead, develop and enhance the teaching practice of others including involvement in DDI's
- To contribute to curriculum planning and delivery as applicable
- To support the Senior Leadership Team to ensure high standards of behaviour
- To have impact on academic standards of students from the key stage, across subjects
- Ensure the safeguarding of students in line with the Trust’s Policies
- To be accountable for leading, managing and developing department members
Teaching, Learning and Student Progress:
- To undertake a designated programme of planning and teaching across all key stages (KS3, 4 and 5) and to teach consistently high-quality lessons.
- To be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in your subject.
- To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support.
- To maintain discipline in accordance with the school procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and home learning.
- To lead, monitor and evaluate the assessment and feedback to students in line with whole school and department policy.
- To follow department monitoring and tracking systems relating to student’s attainment, progress and achievement.
- To mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required.
- To undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, curriculum areas and school procedures.
- To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.
- To update professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology.
- To liaise with the relevant pastoral leaders to ensure the implementation of the Student Support system.
- To prioritise and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role.
- To follow the school policies and procedures.
We are looking for someone who:
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Evidence of wider professional development
- Excellent classroom practitioner
- Knowledge of strategies to inspire and improve outcomes for students
- Outstanding organisational skills to ensure efficient and effective implementation of the role
- Ability to teach A-level Maths and Further Maths (desirable)
- Understanding of Exam Board specifications
- Able to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people - students, colleagues and parents
- Commitment to high standards and expectations
About Yate Academy
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
Leadership, resilience & citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
Department Information
At Yate Academy we have a thriving maths department, which includes trainees through to leaders in the subject. From September 2025 students are studying maths, economics & further maths. With some students deciding to study mathematical subjects into higher education.
Our maths curriculum is ambitious in all areas for our students. Both the curriculum and lessons are knowledge and vocabulary rich so that students build on what they already know to develop powerful knowledge.
Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?
At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.
We offer our staff:
- Professional development and career progression
- Generous pension scheme
- Blue Light Card
- Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Gym discounts
- Free eye tests
- Cycle to work scheme
- Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
If you are passionate about your subject and committed to helping young people achieve their full potential, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday October 4th. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
