Maths Teacher

Job Description

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and committed Teacher of Maths to join our established department.

The Maths team delivers a broad and challenging curriculum that develops deep understanding and equips students with the skills needed for higher education and beyond. Our experienced teachers are enthusiastic about their subject and dedicated to helping every learner succeed.

Through engaging lessons and effective teaching strategies, you will make mathematics accessible, challenging and enjoyable, using assessment and feedback to address misconceptions, close gaps and support strong progress for all students.

Key responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Maths lessons with clear learning objectives and appropriate challenge.
Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND, high prior attainment and EAL.
Use formative and summative assessment and effective feedback to identify strengths, address misconceptions and support progress.
Contribute to curriculum planning, schemes of work and suitable assessments across the Maths curriculum.
Set high expectations for learning and behaviour, creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and families to secure positive outcomes for students.
What we're looking for

A degree in a relevant discipline and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Secure knowledge of Maths and the relevant curriculum areas.
A strong understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment.
The ability to set consistently high expectations and adapt teaching to meet individual needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A commitment to professional development, safeguarding, equality and inclusion.
About our school

Lift New Rickstones is graded 'Good' (November 2023) and has a state of the art building offering fantastic facilities for both students and staff. Over the last 8 years the school has seen a huge increase in student numbers, with the number of students on roll more than doubling. The school is a popular choice in the local area, is oversubscribed, and has added another new building to meet this demand.

Lift New Rickstones is a great place to work with a friendly and supportive team. Staff numbers have also increased and the school is proud to boast high retention rates. Development is a priority with an extensive and successful CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programme to further develop our excellent staff. You will also have access to both local and trust-wide networks within this role.

Every member of the team is a vital part of our committed and ambitious team and we have been very successful at developing teachers and leaders with progression both within, and beyond the school.

Our "Curriculum Drivers" guide everything we do, encouraging students to be safe, happy, proud and reach their full potential.

Ambition : sits at the heart of our curriculum. We are committed to high expectations for all and to providing the right scaffolding and support so that every student, whatever their starting point, can achieve their very best.
Character : underpins our pastoral care, our TPP approach and our behaviour systems. It is about more than rules and routines; it is about developing resilience, responsibility and integrity, helping students to learn from mistakes and grow into confident, respectful young people.
Opportunity : ensures that all students benefit from rich personal development and enrichment, both within and beyond the classroom. We want every young person to recognise the possibilities open to them and to leave us equipped with the knowledge, experiences and confidence to take their next steps.
If this advert, our website, and the job description sound of interest to you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Emma Gilder, Head of Maths, at egilder@liftnewrickstones.org for an informal discussion about the position.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Information about the School

Lift New Rickstones, located in Witham, Essex, is a vibrant secondary school with a thriving sixth form. We are proud to be part of Lift Schools, a family of 57 schools united by the mission to provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.

At Lift New Rickstones, we prepare students for an ever changing world by equipping them with the skills, resilience, and ambition to embrace future opportunities. We believe that who you become is just as important as what you achieve, and our goal is to ensure every young person is supported, challenged, and inspired to thrive both academically and personally. Our values underpin everything we do:

-Ambition – the drive to learn, improve, and succeed. -Character – confidence, resilience, kindness, and integrity. -Opportunity – experiences that broaden horizons and open new paths.

We offer an ambitious and inclusive curriculum from Year 7 through to Year 13, delivered through high-quality teaching and exceptional pastoral care. Beyond the classroom, our students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including sport, the arts, leadership programmes, and trips that create lasting memories and broaden perspectives.

We are proud of our strong partnerships with parents, the local community, and further education providers, which help us ensure our students leave Lift New Rickstones prepared, confident, and proud of who they are. Everything we do is designed to make sure our students are safe, happy, and ready to succeed in the 21st century.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission: -We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. -With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. -We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.