Teacher of Maths

Retford Oaks Academy, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7NJ

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027 (or earlier by agreement)

• Closing date

  20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (235)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £36,041.00 - £52,834.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher of Maths job summary

An opportunity has arisen for you to join our highly focused, dedicated staff in the role of Teacher of Maths. Teaching across key stages 3,4 and 5 we are looking for an excellent practitioner who can deliver innovative and creative lessons which challenge and engage students to progress academically and develop personally during their time at the academy. The ability to also be able to teach some lessons of Science would be preferable.

We would be happy to arrange a visit to the academy, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes. Please contact Claire Rank, Business Manager to arrange a visit.

Why join Retford Oaks Academy?

Retford Oaks Academy is a large secondary academy for students aged 11-18 years. Our rapidly increasing numbers mean that we now have over 1100 students studying with us. The Academy is part of the Diverse Academies Trust. The Academy prides itself on working as a key partner within the Trust, but also on working with partners beyond the Trust, to ensure that we are constantly striving to research and develop the best quality educational experience which works for our students in our context. Our extensive, modern facilities enable us to offer a wide range of curricular and extra-curricular opportunities to broaden the experiences of our students and to engage them with their learning. In our latest Ofsted inspection, the Academy was praised for having ‘high ambitions for pupils’ and students who are ‘dedicated to their learning’.

www.retfordoaks-ac.org.uk

Retford Oaks Academy, Babworth Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7NJ

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The opportunity

This post would suit either a new entrant to the profession or an experienced teacher. We would welcome a teacher returning to work after a career break and will consider part time or flexible working where possible.

The successful candidate will:

Have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of students by exemplifying and promoting dedication to excellence

Have high expectations of themselves and the ability to instil these in staff and students alike

Be an excellent teacher and a committed team player

Be invested in enabling student progress, whilst also developing the students holistically

Deliver innovative and creative lessons which engage and challenge students to achieve their full potential

Essential

Strong subject knowledge in Maths, and a passion for teaching and inspiring students.

Experience of delivering engaging and effective lessons in a secondary school setting

Clarity of purpose and student-centred vision

Understanding of the strategies needed to establish consistently high aspirations and standards of results and behaviour

Desirable

Evidence of contributing to writing and implementing relevant plans and resources

Experience of teaching A level

Our employee benefits

At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 14% OR Teacher Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 23.68%.

Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning.

Full support and induction.

A strong and caring ethos among staff and students.

Networking opportunities across Diverse Academies.

Salary sacrifice opportunities such as car, cycle and technology schemes.

Staff discounts and offers on gym membership, holidays, days out, cinema tickets, restaurants and top online shopping sites including instant voucher codes.

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals.

Health and Wellbeing delivered through our occupational health provider, eyecare vouchers. for a free eye test and contribution towards glasses for display screen equipment users.

Applications

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

Closing date: 20 September

Interview date: wc 21 September

Start date: January 2027 (or earlier by agreement)

If you have any initial questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please Claire Rank, Business Manager at CRank@retfordoaks-ac.org.uk

Diverse Academies and its Governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.

Diverse Academies Trust

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.

We empower. We respect. We care.

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

Diverse Academies and its Governors are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.

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 Retford Oaks Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1080 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Retford Oaks Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/retford-oaks-academy

Welcome to Retford Oaks Academy, a proud member of Diverse Academies Trust, dedicated to providing an outstanding experience for our students. We are privileged to work with highly motivated students who embody ‘ dedication to excellence’. We demand the best from our staff and students in order to provide the opportunity to achieve the highest possible outcomes, alongside a varied and extensive range of wider development experiences. An unwavering focus on the quality of education offered allows us to provide a broad and balanced currriculum delivered in our outstanding, modern facilities.

Personal development contributes strongly to our curriculum, with support and guidance provided by our Pastoral Team, including through daily sessions and theme days which underpin academic progress.. This is supplemented by a diverse range of clubs, trips and enrichment opportunities to enhance learning in lessons.

We have an open door policy so, if you would like to visit and see what makes us ‘Oaks and Proud’, we would be delighted to welcome you to our Academy.

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