Second in Maths

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1NF

8 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  14 October 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  6 October 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 Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2B - £5868

What skills and experience we're looking for

second in Maths MPS/UPS £32,916 - £51,048) + TLR 2b (£5868)(Recruitment & Retention allowance available for an exceptional candidate)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Second in Maths to join our Maths department on a permanent basis. We are looking for an excellent practitioner to work collaboratively with the Head of Department to develop the wider curriculum, raising academic achievement and ensuring all pupils make outstanding progress in all areas.

The successful candidate will be:

- Able to inspire pupils of all abilities within Maths to achieve their highest potential. - Able to deputise in the absence of the Head of Department. - Experienced with proven outcomes for teaching higher paper pupils at KS4 within Maths. - Able to confidently manage behaviour across the department. - Committed to delivering consistently outstanding teaching and ability to share your practice with others in a constructive and collaborative manner. - Able to contribute to the strategic development of the department by implementing new initiatives, and monitoring and reporting on key outcomes in conjunction with the Head of Department. - Responsible and accountable for pupil attainment and achievement, by tracking pupil progress and supporting individual pupils’ learning needs within their allocated groups.

You will be:

- An outstanding practitioner.- Inspirational, dedicated and motivated.- Dedicated to being the best you can be.- Passionate about Maths and the education of young people.- Be creative, enthusiastic and engaging and able to challenge pupils.- Committed to achieving the best for every pupil and promoting Maths as a subject area.- Supportive of the Academy’s ethos and values at all times both within the Academy and the wider community.- Committed to Crofton Academy/Castleford Academy Trust values.- Able to provide an active contribution to the wider part of Academy life.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. Relevant information and application forms are available on the school website at www.croftonacademy.org.uk.

For any enquiries, please contact Kim Hinchcliffe at recruitment@croftonacademy.org.uk. The closing date for fully completed applications is 9am on Tuesday 14th October 2025.

All applications forms should be directed to recruitment@croftonacademy.org.uk. The academy reserves the right to interview potential applicants prior to the closing date.

What the school offers its staff

Crofton Academy, a member of Castleford Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality staff, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The team are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome you to visit our school for a tour to see us in action.

Castleford Trust is a dynamic and inclusive Multi Academy Trust, consisting of nine schools across all phases: three secondary academies, two primary academies, two junior academies and two infant academies. All of the academies are located within the geographical area of Wakefield, forming a medium-sized trust with a strong community feel.

At Castleford Trust, our vision is “Working together to achieve excellence for all.” We are deeply committed to educational excellence, ensuring every child reaches their full potential. Our Trust is an exceptional place to work, offering a supportive and dedicated team of staff who share a common goal of making a difference to the life chances of pupils. We take great pride in developing and nurturing talent by providing extensive opportunities for staff training and professional development. Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting your journey in education, Castleford Trust is a place where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact

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

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Crofton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1059 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Crofton Academy website
• Email address: kim.hinchcliffe@croftonacademy.org.uk
• Phone number: 01924862985
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/crofton-academy

Crofton Academy, part of Castleford Academy Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. The Academy was inspected in July 2023 and was awarded ‘Good’ in all categories and inspectors praised the Academy for its significant transformation. The inspection commended the Academy’s improvements in pupil behaviour, the wide range of clubs and societies available, its well-structured approaches to teaching, and the high-quality professional development that staff receive.

We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality teachers, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The leadership and staff are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome candidates to visit our school for a tour to see us in action.

Arranging a visit to Crofton Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kim.hinchcliffe@croftonacademy.org.uk.

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