Maths Teacher with responsibility for KS3 + Numeracy across the Curriculum
Ratton School, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2XR16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
21 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
5 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time teaching hours
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS + TLR2.1 (£5,266)
Additional allowances
TLR2.1 (£5,266)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious teacher to join our Maths team with responsibility for Key Stage 3 (Y7/8) and Numeracy across the Curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to take on a leadership role and play a key part in shaping the KS3 Maths curriculum, ensuring that students build strong foundations in their mathematical learning. You will lead on planning, developing and evaluating the curriculum while ensuring that teaching strategies are inclusive, engaging and drive high standards of achievement.
A key aspect of this role is monitoring and supporting student progress to ensure all learners, including those with additional needs, are appropriately challenged and supported. You will also play a crucial role in developing assessment policies, ensuring that students and parents understand progress and next steps. Beyond the classroom, you will lead on numeracy across the curriculum, working with our Maths Ambassadors and wider school initiatives to raise the profile of Maths. Additionally, you will work in partnership with Ocklynge Junior School to strengthen transition between Key Stages 2 and 3.
As a middle leader, you will support and develop colleagues by promoting high-quality teaching, ensuring consistency in planning and assessment and holding teachers to account for student outcomes. You will also contribute to staff development through coaching, mentoring and collaborative working, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
What the school offers its staff
Comprehensive Induction Programme -A thorough induction to ensure a seamless transition into your role at Ratton School.
Career Development and CPD -Professional development opportunities tailored to your career aspirations and goals.
Support and Mentoring -Ongoing support from Senior Leadership Team and experienced mentors to help guide your career progression.
Bike to Work Scheme -Salary sacrifice scheme offering discounts on bikes and equipment.
Complimentary Breakfast -Enjoy a free daily breakfast, including a choice of bagels, cereal, porridge, tea and orange juice.
Employee Assistance Programme -Confidential advice, counselling and support for personal and professional challenges.
Staffroom Amenities -Complimentary tea and coffee available in our staffroom to relax and recharge.
Healthcare Benefits -Subsidised membership with Benenden Healthcare for additional health support.
On-Site Parking -Free, secure on-site parking for staff.
Childcare Support - Free Breakfast Club or After School Club places for Trust staff with children at Ratton.
Exclusive Sports Membership -Discounts at Eastbourne Sports Park to promote physical health and wellness.
Commitment to safeguarding
The South Downs Learning Trust and all our academies take notice of and adhere to all the national and local policies and guidance in regard to Safeguarding Children and Young People. We 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.
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About Ratton School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1177 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Ratton School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- lbarrow@ratton.co.uk
As a member school of the South Downs Learning Trust, we are committed to providing a safe and enriching learning environment for all our learners. We pride ourselves on ensuring that all members of staff play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Everything we do is centred on developing our young people to become confident, creative and caring students who achieve excellence in everything they do. Be it academically, or socially, our aim is to enable our students to grow and flourish and achieve all their potential. This means educating the whole child and giving them the skills to take the next steps on their journey when they leave us to attend further education or training, and then into the right career.
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