Teacher of Maths (Maternity Cover)

The Stanway School, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0QA

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  13 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  28 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale (M1 - U3)

Teacher of Maths (Maternity Cover) job summary

Be a Part of the Stanway Standard at The Stanway School

Are you a determined professional who holds high expectations of yourself and others? Do you want to be part of a community that promotes kindness and celebrates success for all?

At The Stanway School, we are proud to be a trusted and respected member of the local community. We work exceptionally hard to provide the very best start for our young people through outstanding teaching and the highest quality guidance and support. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, kindness, and hard work.

We're looking for a dedicated Teacher of Maths to join us on a maternity cover basis from September 2026 to May 2027. We are seeking someone to become a vital part of our community and help us to create a positive and stimulating learning environment where every child can flourish.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced and Early Career Teachers.

• Start Date: 1st September 2026
• Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
• Duration: until May 2027

A Day in the Life:

• You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:
• Planning, designing and producing teaching materials and resources which are appropriate to age and ability in consultation with the Head of Department.
• Managing the classroom and teaching equipment so as to create a positive learning environment which makes effective use of available resources.
• Facilitating the progress and general well-being of students, providing guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack for further details.

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Qualified Teacher Status and sound subject knowledge
• Ability to motivate students, act as a role model and teach outstanding lessons
• Enthusiasm and passion for teaching, inspiring students and setting high standards within the classroom

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:
Ready to take the next step? Submit your application on My New Term by 9:00AM on Wednesday 13th May, 2026.

Interviews will be held week commencing 18th May 2026.

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.

We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.

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 The Stanway School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1383 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Stanway School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-stanway-school

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