Subject Leader Maths KS5
Twynham School, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1JF14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
23 January 2026 at 9am
Date listed
8 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 5
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: 32.5 hours per week Part time hours considered
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale, £32,916 - £51,048
Additional allowances
TLR 2.1 £3,527
What skills and experience we're looking for
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to:
- Teach Mathematics within a high-performing and well-established department
- Deliver exceptional extra-curricular opportunities within and beyond Mathematics
- Further contribute to our vision for education across the town of Christchurch
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.
You are likely to be someone who is or has the potential to be:
- An inspirational and skilled Teacher of Mathematics
- Committed to improving pedagogical practices using evidence-informed approaches
- Committed to the power of extra-curricular opportunities in engaging students
- Aspirational for career development and eager to seize additional career progression opportunities
- Driven by the power of education to transform the lives of the most disadvantaged students
What the school offers its staff
About the Post
We are seeking an exceptional and inspirational Teacher of Mathematics to join our high-performing department, with additional responsibility as Subject Leader for Mathematics at Key Stage 5. This rare opportunity combines classroom excellence with strategic leadership of post-16 provision.
The role is based at Twynham School, within the Twynham School and The Grange School federation (known as Twynham TGS). Our collaborative approach allows us to share expertise and resources across both schools, ensuring we deliver the very best educational experience for the young people of Christchurch.
We are looking for a talented and committed teacher who will relish the opportunity to lead and deliver engaging, challenging, and thought-provoking Mathematics lessons at Key Stage 5. You will be responsible for driving excellent progress across your classes and for cultivating a calm, purposeful learning environment where all students can thrive.
You will be confident in planning and delivering lessons that are responsive to the needs of all learners, and you will be passionate about supporting students’ academic and personal development. As Subject Leader for KS5, you will play a key role in shaping the curriculum, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring consistently high standards in teaching and outcomes.
You will work closely with colleagues across the federation to share best practice and contribute to the ongoing development of Mathematics provision. This role is ideally suited to an experienced practitioner who is ambitious for their own development and eager to contribute to the wider life of the school and federation.
What our parents say about Twynham School
"The staff at Twynham School truly know my child and have supported them at every stage of their educational journey."
"Twynham School sets high expectations for behaviour and academic success, all within a caring and supportive environment."
What our students say
"I feel safe at Twynham School."
"I am supported and challenged to be the best I can be."
"I love the wide variety of extracurricular activities available"
What our staff say
"I feel valued as part of a collaborative team, both within Twynham School and across our trust."
"There are fantastic opportunities for professional development and career growth."
You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:
- Aim high
- Keep improving
- Don’t leave anyone behind
- See the bigger picture
Further information about the job
Any questions?
To discuss the post or your application, please contact Sadie Pretty on 01202 486536 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
How to apply
To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies
The closing date is 23rd January 26.
(We reserve the right to interview exceptional applicants prior to the closing date and therefore interested colleagues are encouraged to apply as soon as possible).
Commitment to safeguarding
We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities. We don't discriminate on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/nationality, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. We'll only consider people who can evidence their right to work in the UK. We're committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes to safeguard children. We undertake enhanced criminal records checks before appointment. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
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About Twynham School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1703 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Twynham School website
- Email address
- recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
- Phone number
- 01202486536
Twynham School is an exceptionally special place; a school which believes in the unlimited potential of every child, where people are valued above all and ultimately a place where every child can be successful. Our long-tradition of success is built on two vital pillars; high quality teaching and learning and, most importantly, the value we place on the very special relationships between students and staff.
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To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.
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