Maths Teacher

Humly North East is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Maths Teacher to join our vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking secondary school community. This is a long-term supply position, starting in January 2026, with an expected duration through to the summer of 2026. As a Maths teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5, depending on experience and the school's needs), helping students of all abilities reach their full potential in the subject.

You will join a strong, collaborative department, with access to excellent resources and support, ensuring that you can thrive in your role. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a high-performing school that places a strong emphasis on both academic excellence and student well-being.

• To take responsibility for planning and implementing appropriate work programmes for all children in the designated class, within the framework of national and school policies.
• To ensure a close match between the learning experiences offered, and the individual needs of the children in the class, so as to give each child an opportunity to achieve to the maximum of his/her capability.
• To maintain assessment records and report on pupils' progress to senior staff and to parents and carers, in accordance with school policy.
• To set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils. Where possible, to make sure that the majority of the children's work is closely linked to first-hand practical experience.
• To provide children with opportunities to manage their own learning and become independent learners.
• To arrange for resources, equipment and materials to be available in such a way that they are properly cared for, easily accessible and will encourage the children to become more responsible for their own learning.
• To create a secure, safe, happy and stimulating classroom environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation, and discipline.
• To maintain a high standard of display and order both in the classroom and in other areas of the school.
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils.
• To demonstrate good subject knowledge and curriculum knowledge
• To plan and teach well-structured lessons.
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.
• To make accurate and productive use of assessment.
• To make appropriate educational provision for children with SEN, GTMA and those learning EAL.

Requirements:

• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject.
• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience teaching Maths at secondary school level (KS3, KS4, and ideally KS5).
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for teaching Mathematics.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• A positive and proactive approach to teaching and working with students.
• The ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and the ability to adapt to changing educational practices.

About the School:

The school is a highly respected secondary school in Yarm, with a strong academic reputation and a welcoming, inclusive environment. We pride ourselves on providing a well-rounded education, offering a broad curriculum and opportunities for personal and social development. Our students are encouraged to strive for excellence both inside and outside the classroom, and our staff are committed to providing high-quality teaching and support to ensure every student can succeed.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily/weekly pay rate, in line with experience and qualifications.
• Supportive and friendly staff team.
• Access to ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within the school.
• A positive, encouraging working environment with strong leadership.

At Humly, we are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups' regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service ("the DBS") and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).

School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 unless it is a "protected" conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.

INDHP

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 7 months

Pay: £168.00-£230.00 per day

Benefits:

• Referral programme

Work Location: In person