Teacher of Maths

The Whitby High School, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH66 2NU

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  21 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (737)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale

Teacher of Maths job summary

Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale

Full Time

January 2027

We are seeking to appoint a hardworking and enthusiastic Teacher of Maths. Someone who has the highest aspirations and expectations for all students and is fully supportive of our Core Values of; Kindness, Respect, Commitment and Inclusivity.

For further information, please access the application pack - Application Pack

We would like to hear from candidates who are:

• Committed to High Quality Inclusive Teaching
• Committed to safeguarding and the wellbeing of our school community
• Able to motivate and inspire students to achieve their goals
• Energetic with a can-do attitude
• Able to communicate effectively with students, staff and other stakeholders
• Committed to contributing to the personal development of every child.

In return, we will offer you:

• High quality induction
• Friendly and supportive staff
• Commitment to support your professional development
• Attractive pension plan
• Opportunity for additional paid duties
• Flexible start / finish times considered
• Free Gym facilities
• Active and well-funded staff wellbeing group
• Ample free onsite staff parking facilities

Closing date: Noon, Wednesday 21st October

Interview date: Friday 23rd October

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time, once we have received sufficient applications and may interview as application are received.

References can be requested after appointment if requested.

Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for all posts will be subject to stringent vetting including online searches for shortlisted candidates.

The Whitby High School is an equal opportunities employer.

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

The Whitby High School is committed to the safeguarding of all our students and staff. The successful candidate will be bound by the school’s safeguarding children processes, undertake safeguarding training as necessary and all appointments are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Baring checks from the DBS. All candidates will be expected to provide sources for two professional references.

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 Whitby High School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1398 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Whitby High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-whitby-high-school

A warm welcome to The Whitby High School and thank you for expressing an interest to join our highly skilled and committed staff team.

Commitment is a core value at our school and underpins all that we do. To join this school is to join a team of professionals who are fully committed to achieving the very best experiences and outcomes for the young people in our care. Along with respect, kindness and inclusivity, we offer an opportunity for our young people to grow, to thrive and to be valued and successful members of their local and wider community.

Every adult in our school plays an important part in a young person's life choices and experiences. We are all committed to 'The Whitby Way' and we want you to be part of this, too.

This is a place where people want to be.

Is this the place for you?

If so, I would love to hear from you.

Mrs. Geraldine Fraser (BEd, MSc, NPQH)

Headteacher

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