Maths Teacher with Middle Leadership
The Quay School, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4HU28 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
14 October 2026 at 8am
Date listed
16 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Key stage
- Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR £34,029-£46,940
Additional allowances
SEN £2,384 and TLR £3,651
What skills and experience we're looking for
We require someone to teach Maths to our Key Stage 4 students on our Harbourside base, these students struggle with their social, emotional and mental health which has resulted in them being excluded or being at risk of exclusion from mainstream school. This role needs someone who can form positive relationships with these young people; to do this you will need to show patience, care and understanding and be flexible, resilient and positive. You will be part of an inclusive and collaborative team that, no matter what the challenge may be, are ready to face it head on and are committed to seeing it through.
The job will involve teaching small groups of students Maths in order for them to gain either a Functional Skills Qualification and/or a GCSE. The aim will be that this supports them into a successful college course or apprenticeship post-16. You will receive training to support you in this role.
What you’ll be doing:
Teach Maths to Key Stage 4 students at the Harbourside base.
Support students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs who have been excluded, or are at risk of exclusion, from mainstream school.
Build positive and trusting relationships with young people through patience, care, understanding, and consistency.
Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and a positive approach when supporting students.
Work as part of an inclusive, collaborative team committed to overcoming challenges and achieving positive outcomes for students.
Teach small groups of students to help them achieve a Functional Skills Qualification and/or GCSE in Maths.
Support students in progressing to successful post-16 destinations, including college courses and apprenticeships.
Participate in training and development opportunities provided to support you in the role.
What about the Middle Leadership?
The Middle Leader role will be part of the leadership for the KS4 Harbourside base – it will involve working closely with the senior leader for the base to ensure smooth day-to-day running, close liaising with families and external agencies and supporting staff to ensure the young people on that base have a place to belong and flourish and are treated and learn to treat people with kindness and respect.
Who we’re looking for:
A passionate Maths teacher who believes every young person can succeed.
Someone who can build positive relationships through patience, care and understanding.
A collaborative team player who works effectively with colleagues, families and external agencies.
A confident leader who can support the day-to-day leadership of KS4 and help students flourish.
Previous experience working with young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
A good working knowledge of basic IT programmes is essential.
What the school offers its staff
We are an Alternative Provision school with four campuses, each supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. We see every young person as an individual and work with them in ways that suit their unique strengths and challenges.
Our goal is to help students grow into confident, independent, and happy people who can make a positive impact wherever life takes them.
To do this, we draw on approaches like PACE, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Growth Mindset, and Unconditional Positive Regard, which combines in an overall Restorative Approach. Familiarity with these ideas is helpful, but not essential - you’ll have plenty of support to learn along the way.
What we can offer
A skilled, compassionate, genuinely supportive team who reflect together, and understand the emotional weight of the work.
Strong induction and ongoing training
A school that celebrates progress, not just academic data
A role where the impact is real, human and lasting
Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme and our Cycle to Work Scheme.
The opportunity to develop your career in a School, and within the Southern Education Trust - a growing Trust where our mission is “making lives better” and our values are kindness, collaboration and creativity.
Further information about the job
This role is based at our Harbourside Campus. Visits are welcome, please contact Katie Squires- k.squires@thequayschool.com
Please note: Applications may be viewed on receipt and interviews arranged sooner than the above date.
Become part of our journey by completing our Application Form and returning it to recruitment@southern.education if you would like to apply (please see Job Description, and Safeguarding Children Policy for further information).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kate at the recruitment address, who will be happy to assist you.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, this role involves directly working with children and significant contact with children, and therefore we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps of employment. Applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for this post prior to commencement. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
Applying for the job
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About The Quay School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 5 to 18
- Size
- 69 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- The Quay School website
- Email address
- recruitment@southern.education
The Quay School provides full time education for young people who are not accessing mainstream schools. We aim to provide personalised learning opportunities in a creative and supportive environment where young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and aim for success. We value our students and believe that they should have every chance to learn and develop their potential.
The Quay School works in partnership with parents and carers, schools and others towards enabling our students to overcome barriers to success and lead a purposeful life.
Arranging a visit to The Quay School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@southern.education.
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