Exciting Opportunity: Teacher of Maths - Further Education Sector
📍 Location: Northamptonshire
🕒 Full-time (37 hours/week) or part-time considered
💷 Salary: £33,487 - £39,941 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
📅 Application Deadline: Wednesday 25 June 2025 (5:00pm)
🗓 Interviews From: 8 July 2025

We're currently working with a well-regarded Agriculture based further education college in Northamptonshire to employ an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Maths. This is an excellent opportunity to join a learner-focused institution with modern facilities, a strong staff culture, and a commitment to quality teaching and development.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or a qualified maths professional stepping into education, this role offers an ideal platform to grow and make a meaningful impact.

🧑‍🏫 The Role

This position involves teaching GCSE-level maths to a diverse range of learners aged 16 and over. You'll deliver high-quality lessons, support student progress, and contribute to curriculum innovation in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering engaging and inclusive maths lessons that meet curriculum requirements.

Monitoring and assessing student progress, providing tailored academic support.

Acting as a course tutor, managing attendance, pastoral care, and learning goals.

Supporting course and curriculum development across subject areas.

Participating in events such as open days, induction activities, and enrolment.

The institution welcomes applications from professionals seeking either full-time or part-time working arrangements and offers full support and training for newly qualified or transitioning teachers.

🎓 Candidate Profile

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about maths education and student success.

Essential criteria:

A minimum Level 3 qualification in Mathematics (or equivalent).

A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Diploma in Teaching and Learning), or willingness to work towards one.

Strong working knowledge of the GCSE mathematics curriculum.

A student-centred approach and excellent organisational skills.

Desirable:

Experience teaching in a Further Education or Post-16 setting.

Experience with Functional Skills maths or supporting students with additional learning needs.

Applications are welcome from qualified teachers as well as those with relevant industry or academic backgrounds who are ready to begin a teaching career.

💼 Benefits

This opportunity comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support personal wellbeing and professional growth:

Annual leave: 44 days including public holidays, plus up to 5 discretionary closure days (pro rata for part-time).

Pension scheme: Excellent employer contribution rate of approximately 28.68%.

Professional development: Ongoing CPD opportunities and structured support.

Health & wellbeing support:

Access to healthcare cash plan and counselling services

Staff wellbeing programme and mental health initiatives

On-site perks:

Use of fitness facilities

Subsidised nursery and catering options

Free on-site parking

Additional benefits:

Cycle to work scheme, eye care vouchers

High-street and leisure discounts

Flexible working options and enhanced family policies

You'll be joining a well-established team within an institution that genuinely values its staff and promotes collaboration, innovation, and personal development.

🔒 Safeguarding Notice

The institution is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants

If you are interested please apply by sending your CV or call (phone number removed) for more information or an informal chat.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants and clients to share this commitment.

This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).

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