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At The Notley High School & Braintree Sixth Form, we are an ambitious inclusive 11-19 mixed comprehensive school that places the journey of the child at the centre of everything we do. We have a clear aim for our students and staff: "Enjoy, Enrich, Achieve, Aspire". As a school our ambition is to be "An outstanding school in the heart of the community." These messages underpin everything we do.
We want to work with colleagues who put the students at the centre of everything we do, but also take the opportunities we can offer them to develop their careers and fulfil their own aspirations.
Notley High & Braintree Sixth Form is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.
About the role:
We areseekinga motivated and skilled Maths Tutor to join our school on a part-time, twilight basis. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference to the mathematical confidence and outcomes of students in Years 9, 10, and 11 who are working towards or just beyond the Grade 4 and Grade 5 thresholds.
Working from 3.00pm to 4.30pm, up to four days per week during term time, you will deliver targeted small group and 1:1 sessions, working in close partnership with our Maths department. Sessions will be structured aroundidentifiedgaps in knowledge and understanding, guided by data and teacher referral.
What You Will Do:
· Deliver focused Maths intervention sessions to small groups and individual students.
· Target key GCSE content at Foundation and Higher tier, with a particular emphasis on Grade 4/5 boundary students.
· Use assessment data and teacher guidance to plan purposeful, responsive sessions.
· Build positive, encouraging relationships that help students develop confidence in Mathematics.
· Maintain records of student attendance, progress, and outcomes.
· Liaise with the Maths department to ensure alignment with classroom teaching.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about Maths and about supporting young people to succeed. You may be a recently qualified teacher, a graduate with a strong Maths background, a retired educator, or an experienced teaching assistant with subjectexpertise. What matters most is your ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly, build rapport with teenagers, and work with energy and commitment.
What we offer:
· A warm, collaborative school community with strong values
· A purposeful, structured role with direct impact on student outcomes
· Regular support and communication from the Maths department
· Opportunities to develop your practice within a busy, ambitious school
· Access to Notley's wider CPD and staff wellbeing provisions
· A school that has been recognised by Ofsted for strong Leadership, Inclusion, and Governance
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Work Schedule:
6 hours per week, 3:00 - 4:30pm 4 days per week
Term time only
Permanent
How to Apply:
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Notley High School.
Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to enquiries@notleyhigh.com
Closing Date: Sunday 28th June 2026, at Midnight
Interview Date: Friday 3rd July 2026
Further details are available from t: 01376556300 e: enquiries@notleyhigh.com w: notleyhigh.com
This trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
Information about the School
At Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form, we are an ambitious inclusive 11-19 mixed comprehensive school that places the journey of the child at the centre of everything we do - learning together and succeeding together to be the best that we can be.
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This 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 successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.