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Apprentice Teacher of Maths
Harris Academy Wimbledon, London, SW19 2JY19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
25 August 2026
Closing date
13 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 March 2026
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - apprenticeship to 31/8/2027
Full-time equivalent salary
- £28,343
Pay scale
- UQT 1 (Inner London)
Additional allowances
Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional Harris Benefits
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an outstanding Maths graduate ready to inspire the next generation?
Harris Academy Wimbledon is seeking an exceptional Apprentice Teacher of Mathematics to join our ambitious and high-performing team from August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented graduate to train to teach while making a genuine impact in the classroom from day one.
If you are a high-achieving Maths graduate with the ambition and commitment to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Join us and begin your journey towards becoming an exceptional teacher.
We are seeking:
- Agood honours degree in Mathematics (or a closely related discipline)
- A strong academic track record
- Experience of working with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, youth work, coaching, school-based work)
- A genuine commitment to educational excellence and social mobility
- Resilience, professionalism and a growth mindset
- The potential to become an outstanding classroom practitioner
This role would particularly suit graduates considering a long-term career in teaching who are motivated by the power of Maths to transform life chances.
What the school offers its staff
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.
Flexible working opportunities
Harris Federation is committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual’s circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.
Our approach to flexibility includes a range of solutions, from tailored working hours to part-time arrangements, where appropriate, ensuring that we maintain our high standards of education while supporting the wellbeing of our staff. Whether you are a classroom teacher, support staffor part of our senior leadership team, we work together to find solutions that align with both the operational needs of the academy and your professional development.
Harris Federation and our academies are dedicated to creating an inclusive and collaborative environment, where every member of staff can thrive and feel valued in their role.
Further information about the job
This is a one-year, full-time Apprentice Teacher position, paid on UQT1, combining practical classroom experience with high-quality Initial Teacher Education through the Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship (PGTA) route.
You will:
- Train to become an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics
- Teach Maths across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with potential exposure to KS5)
- Receive structured mentoring and instructional coaching
- Develop strong foundations in curriculum design, assessment and behaviour management
- Gradually build your teaching timetable, supported by experienced colleagues
As a new member of our academy, your timetable will be carefully structured to ensure a supportive and manageable introduction to teaching.
Please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Harris Academy Wimbledon
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1045 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Harris Academy Wimbledon website
- Email address
- careers@harrisfederation.org.uk
- Phone number
- 020 3962 4300
We are an ‘Outstanding' (Ofsted 2023) secondary academy, established in 2018 to provide an excellent education for children in Wimbledon. With our new Sixth Form opening this year, we will soon have a full cohort of students aged 11-18.
Two years after opening, we moved into our brand-new building which is modern, bright and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in every area of the curriculum. We are oversubscribed and fortunate to have an amazing level of support from the community with waiting lists for entry into every year group of our academy.
Harris Academy Wimbledon promotes high levels of academic achievement across the curriculum, encourages participation in extra-curricular opportunities and empowers students to make decisions wisely. The curriculum is rich, diverse and personalised ensuring every student achieves his or her true potential. Academic success goes hand-in hand with a rich variety of enrichment and extra-curricular activities; these help foster a spirit of aspiration, resilience and joy in learning.
Professional learning is at the heart of the academy, supporting all staff in their development. The academy has a growth mindset approach where industry and commitment are seen as cultural virtues. Development of resilience, self esteem, managing risks/consequences and the ability to work effectively together all form a key part of the pastoral provision.
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