Teacher of Maths
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0DG4 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
27 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
23 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Key stage
- Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR
What skills and experience we're looking for
Ossett Academy & Sixth Form are seeking to appoint an ambitious, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teacher of Maths to join our successful department. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional practitioner with a passion for Mathematics and a commitment to ensuring every pupil can succeed.
The successful candidate will have strong subject knowledge and a commitment to achieving excellence for every learner. They will create a positive and a purposeful learning environment where pupils are encouraged to think critically, tackle complex problems with confidence, and develop resilience in their learning. Through high-quality teaching and learning, effective use of assessment and a dedication to continuous improvement, they will inspire pupils to make exceptional progress and achieve their full potential.
We are looking for a teacher who is dedicated to high standards and academic achievement. They will have the ability to use a range of effective teaching and learning strategies to secure strong progress and to create an inclusive classroom environment where every pupil feels valued, challenged and motivated to achieve.
To be successful, you will be:
A qualified teacher holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with a relevant degree.
Experienced in delivering high-quality lessons across a range of key stages, with the ability to engage, challenge, and motivate learners of all abilities to achieve their full potential.
Skilled in creating a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment that fosters student engagement, achievement and wellbeing.
Confident in using a range of teaching strategies, assessment methods and educational technologies to enhance learning outcomes.
Committed to continuous professional development and able to contribute positively to departmental and whole-school improvement initiatives.
About Place Partnership
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people.
Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
What the school offers its staff
We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees' Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:
Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
Technology scheme via SmartTech*
Access to an extensive discounts platform via 'Place Plus'
Access to an industry-leading employee assistance programme
24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through corporate paid healthcare cash plans
Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through corporate paid healthcare cash plans
Cycle to Work Scheme*
Free annual flu jab
Free, on-site parking at every site
Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*restrictions apply
For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Place Partnership Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
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About Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1699 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hr@placepartnership.com
Ossett Academy is part of the Place Partnership Multi Academy Trust which is a Wakefield based Trust; all four academies in the Trust are closely located to one another which lends itself to many opportunities to work closely and collaboratively. All academies are within a three-mile radius of one another and can be found a short drive off junction 40 of the M1.
Arranging a visit to Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@placepartnership.com.
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