Second in Charge Maths

The Richmond upon Thames School, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 7SL

Deadline is today

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  11 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  22 May 2026

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: Physical education
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: RTS Main Scale or RTS Upper Pay Range + TLR2b

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Richmond upon Thames School (RTS), an ambitious and forward-thinking secondary academy in Richmond, London, is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated Second in Charge Maths to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a school that does the ordinary differently, ensuring that every student receives an exceptional education, experiences high expectations, and leaves RTS with the academic excellence, skills, and character to thrive in an ever-changing world.

As part of our Maths team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the aspirations and outcomes of our students. You will work in a collaborative and supportive environment that prioritises professional growth, ensuring you are equipped with the best strategies and resources to deliver engaging, ambitious, and impactful lessons. RTS fosters an inclusive, high-achieving culture, ensuring that every student, regardless of background, is challenged, supported, and inspired.

We are seeking individuals who:

• Hold QTS and are passionate about Maths education.

• Can teach Maths across KS3 and KS4/GCSE.

• Are motivated by a strong moral purpose and unwavering ambition for every student.

• Are specialists in their subject, bringing both passion and expertise to the classroom.

• Thrive in a collaborative environment, working with colleagues to refine and share best practice.

• Can communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, and build positive relationships with all stakeholders

• Are committed to innovation, always seeking new approaches to engage and challenge students.

• Have credibility and depth as a teacher, leading by example through high expectations and subject knowledge.

What the school offers its staff

• Secure cycle racks for staff to use (as well as staff showering facilities) and a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme.

• Secure, controlled access car park for staff to use with direct access to the A316.

• The school is well served by local bus routes; and is within easy walking distance to Twickenham train station, which is in Zone 3 and well served by South Western Trains.

There is a focus on developing community and positive staff wellbeing through

• Yoga, relaxation and staff-led fitness sessions;

• Seasonal gatherings;

• Free tea and coffee in the light and airy staff social room

Continuing professional development has a strong focus. There is an extensive programme available which extends to internal and external specialists, as well as partnerships with other educational and business providers.

Membership of a pension scheme is available.

The school has a two-week Autumn half-term break.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Richmond upon Thames School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to complete an enhanced DBS check and to disclose any information relevant to Disqualification by Association.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Second in Charge Maths Job Description May 2026 (1).pdf - 4.08 MB (opens in new tab)

About The Richmond upon Thames School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 755 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Richmond upon Thames School website
• Email address: pa@rts.richmond.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02088912985
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-richmond-upon-thames-school

We are seeking resilient and forward-thinking people to support us to realise our Trust’s vision that every student will leave RTS with excellent academic outcomes and a clear purpose for the next stage of their lives.

We have already established a vibrant, inclusive school that provides an excellent experience for every member of its community. In five years, we have grown from 125 students in Year 7 to 750 students across Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11. The years that follow promised to be exciting as we continue to grow into our permanent building and new sports centre.

The school is uniquely situated on the Richmond Education and Enterprise Campus with Clarendon Special School, Capella House School, Richmond Upon Thames College.

Our first Ofsted inspection took place in January 2020 and we are delighted that the inspectors rated the school ‘outstanding’ for personal development and ‘good’ for the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, leadership and management, and overall effectiveness.

Arranging a visit to The Richmond upon Thames School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email pa@rts.richmond.sch.uk.

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