Teacher of Mathematics

Knole Academy, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3LE

28 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  4 December 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  6 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (690)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £35,602.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher of Mathematics job summary

Knole Academy in Sevenoaks is looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Maths to join our successful Maths department from January 2027, to cover a period of maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity to teach across KS3 and KS4[and KS5 in our all-ability, mixed academy. The academy benefits from excellent facilities and resources, and a supportive working environment.

We welcome applications from early career teachers looking to begin their induction, and from experienced colleagues wishing to develop their practice further. The successful candidate will be committed to inspiring our students, helping every student make progress in maths, and contributing positively to our vibrant school community.

We are looking for someone who:

holds Qualified Teacher Status, or is due to gain it by January 2027

has strong subject knowledge and a passion for maths

can plan and teach engaging lessons that challenge and support students of all abilities

uses assessment to help students make progress

works well as part of a team

What we offer:

a friendly, supportive and well-resourced Maths department

a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance, including access to staff wellbeing resources and free gym membership

high-quality professional development across Aletheia Academies Trust

membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme

Safeguarding the welfare of our students is central to everything we do. Aletheia Academies Trust is committed to safer recruitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to an online search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Our staff are friendly, hardworking and take pride in their work. If you would like to join our team, please apply via the following link: https://mynewterm.com/school/Knole-Academy/136128

Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt so early application is encouraged.

Interviews: To be advised

Creativity in Learning

Confidence to Achieve

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.

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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 school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Knole Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1410 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Knole Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/knole-academy

A mixed ability secondary school in Sevenoaks.

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