Teacher of Mathematics
Aston University Engineering Academy, Birmingham, West Midlands, B7 4AG27 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
23 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 January 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: Term Time Only, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS1 to UPS3 £32,916 to £51,047
What skills and experience we're looking for
Our dynamic and over-subscribed STEM academy is made up of both Aston University Sixth Form, which has over 450 learners following pathways in either academic STEM A levels, or Vocational technical courses in Engineering, Health, Science, or Business. This is complemented by the small Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust (AUSEAT) which has just 81 students per year from Years 9-11. Currently, both phases share a building on the edge of our Sponsor Aston University.
Due to our success and subsequent growth and expansion by the Secretary of state for Education, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join our 100% specialist Mathematics department within our dynamic, diverse, and over-subscribed academy (University Technical College).
Maths is a vital element of our unique UTC STEM curriculum; we work closely with the NCETM and AMSP. We are a centre of Maths within Birmingham hosting events such as Women in Maths, UK MT and Math Feast. We underpin the STEM curriculum and support cross-curricular in Engineering.
Contracted hours are flexible FTE this includes flexibility in the working start time and end time of days, supporting childcare needs.
We are looking for an innovative and creative Mathematician who is passionate about a love of Maths learning and its applications to the real world. Due to the vast majority of our students being Post 16, there is the increased opportunity to teach A Level Maths and Further Maths, Level 3 Mathematical Studies.
As well as our own outstanding facilities, our location next to our sponsor Aston University means that we can access resources, and teaching and learning spaces like no other school. (About Aston University Engineering Academy)
AUSEAT is a highly diverse institution with learners and staff from all communities and backgrounds from across the West Midlands. We strongly welcome applicants from within our local communities with a passion to increase our young people's social mobility and future opportunities.
This role will suit an experienced classroom Maths practitioner orEarly Careers Teacher who is ready to learn and develop their subject and career in a dedicated and passionate Maths department.
Visits with the Principal are welcome either virtually or in person. To book your place or for any further details please emailthe Principal's PA Amanda Naan viaprincipalpa@auea.co.ukClosing date: 23rd February 2026Interviews week commencing 2nd February
AUEA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.Applicants must be eligible and have Right to Work in the U.K. We are not currently licensed to sponsor Skilled Worker visas.
Aston University Engineering Academy (AUEA) will be part of the new Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust, which brings together our successful UTC (AUEA) and new Aston University Mathematics School. All new staff joining AUEA from April 2025 will join the new Multi Academy Trust..
What the school offers its staff
There couldn't be a more exciting time to join our team
We are seeking a professional who is:
An enthusiastic and committedteacher /ECT
A teacher who has the highest expectations of student learning.
An excellent classroom practitioner with a drive for self-improvement and development.
Innovative and creative with excellent interpersonal skills
Passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
As a valued member of AUSEAT we will offer:
A family-feel environment centred around the health and well-being of staff and students.
An outstanding positive working environment with excellent student conduct, and behaviour driven by our focus on high industry standards and culture of respect.
A designated staff Benefits, training and Health Care package including a family day off per year.
Personalised CPD and career development programme including National Leadership programmes and Aston University Programmes*
Opportunity for experience and development as part of our Armed Forces and Combined Cadet Force partnerships including flying lessons with the RAF.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
AUEA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
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CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Aston University Engineering Academy
- School type
- Free School, ages 13 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 875 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 13 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Aston University Engineering Academy website
- Email address
- amanda.naan@auea.co.uk
Aston University Engineering Academy (AUEA) is one of the first university-sponsored technical colleges (UTC) in the country and with our sixth form, Aston University Sixth Form, it combines the very best education for academic and technical skills focused on industry needs summarised by our strap line “Knowledge for Life & Skills for the Future” and Ofsted 2022 "Students in this school enjoy a strong practical, technical and academic education."
For more about our most recent Ofsted where we were judged as Good with Outstanding Personal Development visit - Ofsted report.
Since opening in September 2012, AUEA has grown under consistent strong leadership into a vibrant learning community, oversubscribed by students from across Birmingham taught by 100% subject expert teachers.
Aston University Engineering Academy (Years 9, 10 and 11) and Aston University Sixth Form (Years 12, 13 and 14) are both housed in our £16.2 million state of the art building located in the heart of the city of Birmingham, next to the Aston University and Innovation Birmingham campuses, with a new multi-million pound extension due to start within the next few months. It is located close to the motorway links and within easy walking of three city centre train stations.
Originally designed for 600 students, AUEA now has 720 students on roll and has now been approved to expand to 800 students. We have a close-knit family of around 40 teachers, and 40 support staff, including administration staff, dedicated HLTA’s/TAs, college leaders (pastoral) and technicians to name a few. AUEA is a proud recipient of the Armed Forces Covenant, Gold Employer Recognition Scheme and has Royal Navy Affiliation.
Commitment to your development
Our staff ethos is built upon collaboration and development with AUEA being awarded the prestigious silver mark for outstanding quality and culture of professional development by the Teacher Development Trust (TDT) evidencing our commitment to staff CPD including weekly early closure for CPD and training, commitment to courses and additional professional qualifications. This is supported by additional learning opportunities via our sponsor Aston University, SSAT and NPQ programmes.
Every Monday afternoon students finish earlier to allow dedicated staff CPD as well as external courses and training. We are proud to have a proven record of accelerating careers, with many of our staff securing leadership, middle leader and wider responsibilities earlier than those in the majority of other schools. Consequently, AUEA provides an outstanding platform from which to start and progress your career whether ITT, ECT admin or senior positions supported by a comprehensive induction programme.
As a valued member of AUEA staff health & wellbeing is important therefore we offer staff benefits, training and health care packages.
For example:
Workload considerations are the heart of all we do.
Excellent professional development opportunities including potential options for higher study through our sponsor Aston University.
Specialist pedagogical training and inputs from leading industry partners.
Health care package including wellbeing, access to a GP and others.
Staff benefits through the Aston University Staff Benefits Scheme.
Term time family day, leave of absence and TOIL options including flexible working and working from home.
Reduced staff membership cost to Aston University’s Sir Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre.
Access to Aston University’s nursery scheme.
Childcare voucher scheme.
Free audiology, eye tests and health clinics via Aston University.
Hospitality and hotel accommodation discounts.
Sports coaching, outdoor education qualifications, and military training as part of our Armed Forces Partnerships including Combined Cadet Force (CCF).
Opportunities for international travel as part of our Austrian Technical School (HTL) European partnerships, scientific expeditions and charity work.
A close knit, friendly and supportive working environment.
Excellent IT facilities, Virtual Learning Environment and physical learning resources.
An opportunity to take part in enrichment activities such as the CCF (RAF/RN), Police Cadets, Royal College of Nursing Cadets, DofE, specialist projects and competitions.
Partnership work with local and national education establishments and local industry.
Arranging a visit to Aston University Engineering Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email amanda.naan@auea.co.uk.
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