2nd in Maths

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 4RP

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  April 2027

• Closing date

  30 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  3 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: 34,069.00 - 46,940.00

2nd in Maths job summary

Second in Mathematics

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, Wellingborough, Northants

Main Pay Range plus TLR 2b

Full Time

Required for April 2027 or sooner

Are you an exceptional mathematics teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join our large and ambitious secondary school as Second in Mathematics, where you will play a key role in shaping teaching excellence, driving student achievement and supporting the continued success of a thriving department.

About the Role

You will help students build confidence and fluency in numeracy by delivering clear, engaging lessons that develop problem-solving, logical thinking, and reasoning skills. As Second in Mathematics, you will work closely with the Head of Department to support the strategic development of the curriculum, promote high standards of teaching and learning, and drive student achievement across the department. You will support learners in understanding mathematical concepts, applying them to real-life situations, and developing a positive mindset towards the subject. Through clear explanations, targeted support, high expectations, and effective leadership, you will contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Delivering high-quality lessons that secure strong student progress, attainment, and confidence in mathematics.

Supporting the Head of Department in leading curriculum development, assessment, and quality assurance across the department.

Coaching, mentoring, and sharing best practice with colleagues to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

Contributing to the development of teaching resources, schemes of work, and intervention strategies that support student success.

Monitoring student progress and supporting the implementation of strategies to raise achievement and close attainment gaps.

Supporting students across a range of courses and pathways to ensure all learners can succeed in mathematics.

Playing an active role in departmental improvement planning and the implementation of whole-school priorities.

Demonstrating a strong commitment to collaboration, professional development, and the sharing of best practice within the department.

About the Department

You will be joining a knowledgeable and specialist mathematics team with a strong culture of sharing good practice and supporting colleagues, including opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and development.

The department is diverse, with a broad range of experience and expertise, and offers a social, collaborative environment where the staff room acts as a hub for discussion and support. Teachers benefit from dedicated mathematics teaching spaces that enhance high‑quality learning and collaboration.

“Having worked in the department for a number of years, I still enjoy the opportunity to make a difference to students’ learning. We’re fortunate to work with a student body that genuinely wants to learn.” — M. Wanza, Classroom Instructor

About the Academy

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy is an 11–18 mixed secondary school and Sixth Form, located in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The Academy has a strong reputation for academic success and consistently achieves outcomes above national averages.

Our most recent Ofsted inspection judged the Academy to be Good overall, with Outstanding personal development and sixth-form provision.

Staff at Hatton benefit from:

Excellent professional development opportunities

Working with a diverse community of colleagues across the Academy

Employee Wellbeing Support

Flexible & Supportive work environment

About the Trust

We are a family of schools committed to outstanding education and improving life chances for every child. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, integrity, and ambition, with a clear focus on inclusion and high expectations.

For more information, please contact Alastair Mitchell, Co-Principal on: mitchella@hattonacademy.org.uk  

To apply for this post, please go to Vacancies | Hatton Academies Trust

Closing date for receipt of applications: 9am on Monday 30th November 2026

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Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Bureau Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references. 

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Sir Christopher Hatton Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1440 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Sir Christopher Hatton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sir-christopher-hatton-academy

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