Teacher of Mathematics

Rooks Heath School, Harrow, HA2 9AH

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Required September 2026

• Closing date

  1 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  18 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS / UPS
• Additional allowances:

  MPS / UPS

Teacher of Mathematics job summary

Teacher of Maths (Maternity Cover)

Contract Type: Temporary, from 1st September 2026 up until 31st August 2027

Contract Term: Term Time Only (38 weeks)

Hours: Full-time

Salary: MPS / UPS

Posted: Monday 18th May 2026

Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026, 9am

Job Starts: Required September 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing: Monday 8th June 2026

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed, and highly motivated Teacher of Maths to join our successful and supportive department on a maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring classroom practitioner to contribute to a well-established team and further develop their career within a welcoming secondary school environment. The successful candidate will teach Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach at Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons to students of all abilities and encouraging a genuine enthusiasm for the subject.

At our school, we are proud of the warm, positive, and inclusive atmosphere that underpins all aspects of school life. The Maths Department is dedicated to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences for every student, while fostering curiosity, confidence, and achievement in Mathematics. We are looking for a teacher who will actively promote the subject and contribute positively to the wider life of the department. In return, we offer an excellent induction and support programme, making this an ideal opportunity for both experienced teachers and those looking to further establish their career in a supportive setting.

Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Generous Pension Scheme

Excellent transport links

Access to Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

Interest free loans for relocation costs

Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains

Cycle to work scheme

Contribution to Flu Jabs annually

Contribution to standard eye care tests

Employee Referral Scheme

Dedication to continuing professional development

Employee discounts on our nursery and primary school out of hours provisions

Recognised as a National Living Wage Award Employer

Rooks Heath School is part of Tithe Academy, a Multi Academy Trust and sponsors a local primary school and an Alternative Education provider. Our schools work together to drive up standards across the MAT. We offer excellent PD opportunities and potential for career progression.

Tithe Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment of the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the update service. A Certificate of Good Conduct is also required from the successful applicant if they have lived abroad and fulfil relevant requirements.

If you think this role may be for you and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by contacting the school. We would be happy to facilitate a visit to our site to see the school in operation. Contact details are: recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk

Please be aware we are unable to support applications which require sponsorship for this role.

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 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 Rooks Heath School

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1198 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Rooks Heath School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rooks-heath-school

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