Apprentice Teacher of Maths

Are you passionate about Maths?

Are you a graduate seeking a new career opportunity?

If you answer yes to both of these questions, please continue reading about our new vacancy.

We have a fabulous opportunity for a graduate to join us at The Hastings Academy to begin their career as a Teacher of Maths.

Commencing in January 2026, you will receive supported on-the-job training for 4 days of the week, and for one day each week you will complete your Teacher Training with our Apprenticeship provider, for a minimum period of 12 months.

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you may be employed at an alternative local academy should a suitable vacancy not be available at The Hastings Academy.

Interested? To find out more about this exciting opportunity and/or arrange a visit to our academy please contact the Recruitment Team via

The Hastings Academy

Our mission is to provide all our students with the opportunities they need to become well-rounded citizens who believe in themselves, value others and can make a positive difference to their world.

We believe in every student's potential, and we encourage them to aim high. We teach them to have respect for themselves, the community and each other.

All who work and are a part of The Hastings Academy are continually striving to ensure we are the academy of choice. It has a published admissions number of pupils in total) and hosts a special facility for up to 10 young people with speech, language, and communication difficulties. Visit us: Home - The Hastings Academy

Why work with us?

We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why at Hastings Academy, staff well-being is not an afterthought. It is not confined to the occasional mindfulness session or a token 'well-being day.' Instead, we have systematic approach embedded well-being into the operational and cultural architecture of our school. We call this 'Well-Being by Design'.

• Remote PPA: All teaching staff are entitled to one afternoon of remote PPA per week, allowing them to work from home during this time.
• Professional growth at our school is developmental, not performative. We have replaced one-size-fits-all CPD with a rich coaching offer.
• Only One After-School Event per Week: Always on Thursdays. No doubles. No burnout.
• Well-Being Ambassadors & Weeks: Our school has designated staff responsible for promoting well-being, feeding back directly to leadership and organising well-being weeks.
• Perks and Benefits: We offer access to discounted gym memberships, the cycle-to-work scheme, and staff-only perks to support physical and financial well-being.
• Complimentary Food: Staff enjoy free tea and coffee daily, complimentary breakfast every morning and hot food provided before evening events such parents' evenings.
• Two-Week October Half Term: Our autumn term is the longest of the year. Instead of running an exhausting 8-week block followed by 7 more, we've redesigned the calendar into two balanced 7-week half terms.

Our commitment

The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order GOV.UK )

We welcome applications from all members of the community.

The Trust is proud to be part of the government's Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us either by email at

Find out more

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Jacob Holder, our Deputy Subject Lead Maths, at

Closing date: 20 November 2025

Interview date: 21 November 2025

Proposed start date: January 2026

A helpful guide to completing your application is available here: Guidance on your application