Teacher of Maths: Mastery Specialist
The Portsmouth Academy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5PFThis job expired on 16 May 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
16 May 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
6 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- TSAT Teacher Scale £32,000 - £50,000 + TLR £5,698 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an outstanding and ambitious Teacher of Maths looking for the next exciting step in your career? Do you have a passion for deepening mathematical understanding and the drive to lead transformational change? If so, we want to hear from you.
The Portsmouth Academy are seeking to appoint a dynamic Teacher of Maths who will also take on the vital role of Mastery Specialist. This is a unique opportunity to shape the direction of maths teaching and learning across the school and beyond.
You will teach Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4, bringing lessons to life with creativity and clarity and a mastery-focused approach. As the Mastery Specialist, you will champion deep conceptual understanding, support curriculum development and provide leadership and professional development to colleagues.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality maths lessons, fostering a love of learning and problem-solving.
- Lead the implementation of a mastery curriculum across all year groups.
- Work closely with the Head of Maths and SLT to raise attainment and close learning gaps.
- Mentor and support colleagues in developing mastery teaching strategies.
- Represent the school in wider mastery networks and collaborate with national initiatives
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a deep understanding of the mastery approach.
- Has the vision and drive to lead change and inspire others.
- Is committed to inclusive, high-quality education for all learners.
- Is a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Join us at this exciting time to lead the implementation of a mastery curriculum and make a significant impact on the future of our students!
What the school offers its staff
The Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
“The curriculum is well designed and well considered. The intention of the curriculum is to transform the life chances of pupils in the school. The ambition, breadth and content of the curriculum contribute to this intention. Curriculum development is purposeful and ongoing” – Ofsted
We are a “Microsoft Showcase School” due to our approach to digital learning. The academy has launched a one:one device policy, so every child in Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 has their own laptop, and we are particular interested in finding teachers who have experience of, or would like to develop experience of, teaching with technology.
What our Trust will offer you:
- Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
- Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
- Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.
- Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.
- Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
- Store Discounts: Access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
About The Portsmouth Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1217 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Portsmouth Academy website
- Email address
- Nicky.Brown@tpa.tsat.uk
“Leaders have dramatically improved the quality of teaching, learning and assessment… consequently, the quality of teaching, learning and assessment is consistently good and continues to improve.” – Ofsted, April 2017 -
The Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
Arranging a visit to The Portsmouth Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Nicky.Brown@tpa.tsat.uk.
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