Teacher of Maths
The King's School, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4JF27 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
13 April 2026 at 8am
Date listed
17 March 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 FTE per annum
Pay scale
- MPS1 - UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Maths teacher with a passion for inspiring curious, ambitious young people? The King’s School is looking to appoint a committed and dynamic Maths teacher to join our supportive and experienced Maths team.
We are seeking someone with a positive, “can‑do” approach and a genuine desire to provide students with the very best learning experience. Whether you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced colleague, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow and thrive in a high‑achieving school where tradition and innovation sit comfortably side by side.
As part of our Maths department, you’ll join a well‑resourced, friendly and dedicated team known for going the extra mile to support both students and each other.
This is a 1 FTE, permanent contract with to start 01 September 2026.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
- Has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with students, colleagues and parents/carers
- Is committed to inspiring a love of Maths and improving life chances through engaging and challenging lessons.
- Possesses the skills and subject expertise to support students of all abilities and adapt teaching to meet individual needs.
- Can work collaboratively as part of a department team while also demonstrating independence and initiative.
- Has the ability to build positive, supportive relationships that foster confidence and achievement in students
What the school offers its staff
About The King's School
The King’s School is a warm, welcoming, and high‑performing school witha strong senseof pride and tradition. Consistently recognised as one of the top‑performing schools in the Wakefield District and ranked in the top 15% nationally for progress, we continue to build on a long history of academic excellence.
Our culture is rooted in raising aspirations and improving life chances for every student, guided by our core values and a supportive, caring ethos. As one of the oldest schools in Yorkshire, our rich heritage combines with a forward‑looking approach to provide an inspiring environment where students thrive and staff careers flourish.
As part of Pontefract Academies Trust - recently recognised for Excellence in the 2025EdurioAward -staff wellbeing and satisfaction remain central to our work. Across the Trust, 85% of staff said they would recommend us asa great placeto work, well above national benchmarks, and feedback within The King’s School reflects the same positive, supportive culture.
Staff say:
“I genuinely love working at King’s!”“My line manager always takes my personal needs into account and shows genuine care for my wellbeing.”
For further insight into our school, we invite you to watch our promotional film ‘Where will King’s take you?’ ,and visitourwebsitefor further information.
The King's School - Heritage Film on Vimeo
School visits
We'realways thrilled to connect with potential applicants before interviews. Ifyou'recurious to learn more or would like to experience the warmth of our wonderful school through a visit, please feel free to reach out at recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk or give us a callat01977 601701.
What can we offer you?
Be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing and work-life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from:
- Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
- Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.
- For the 2025/26 academic year, we have provided staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days, the next is on Monday 20 July 2026. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals
- Energise and Engage Weeks throughout the year, where no meetings take place. These dedicated weeks prioritise personal professional development, support work-life balance, and allow for an early finish on designated days
- Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension)
- Laptop
- Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Blue Light card
- Discounted gym membership
- Free eyecare via Specsavers
- Childcare vouchers
- Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
- Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
- Free flu vaccinations.
You can find more information about staff benefits and what it’s like to work with us in the ‘Working for Us’ booklet and on our website.
About Pontefract Academies Trust
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust comprising of nine local schools: seven primary and two secondary, committed to providing the very best education for our children.
We are also excited to be merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our pupils and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts. Please click hereto find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.
We are proud of the positive culture across our schools. In the 2025EdurioStaff Survey, we were ranked in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction and received several awards recognising our supportive and values‑driven working environment. Our staff tell us they feel valued, listened to and part of a team that makes a real difference every day.
We’re excited for the future and hope you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow.
Application process
- Complete an application form via our website
- Complete the attached Examination results form that is required for this role.
- Attach the document in the ‘Additional Information and Documents’ section of your application within SamPeople Recruit
Further information
- Tel: 01977 601701
- Email:recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk
Application process
- Complete an application form via our website
- Complete the attached Examination results form that is required for this role.
- Attach the document in the ‘Additional Information and Documents’ section of your application within SamPeople Recruit
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The King's School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1038 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The King's School website
- Email address
- recruitment@patrust.org.uk
The King’s School is proud to be part of Pontefract Academies Trust. As a school, we have a long history and rich heritage, which puts us at the forefront of the local educational landscape and beyond. All students are valued regardless of their background or ability, and are at the heart of everything that we do. We believe it is our duty to convert their potential into reality.
At the heart of every outstanding school is a strong team. One of our top priorities is to attract exceptional staff to The King’s School, and we continue to recruit a number of highly gifted employees to join our team. Our primary focus is to instil a lifelong love of learning while creating confident learners who can live a life full of opportunity and choice.
Arranging a visit to The King's School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@patrust.org.uk.
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