Teacher of Maths

Vandyke Upper School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter or September 2027

• Closing date

  23 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (795)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS-UPS - £32,916 to £51,048 (pay award pending)

Teacher of Maths job summary

TEACHER OF MATHS

REQUIRED FOR EASTER OR SEPTEMBER 2027

MPS-UPS - £32,916 to £51,048 (pay award pending)

An exciting opportunity to be part of a strong team in a growing and thriving Academy with a clear vision and ambition for our students.

We are looking to appoint a full-time Teacher of Maths to join our outstanding Vandyke staff team. This post would suit an experienced teacher a teacher at the start of their career. The ethos of the team is extremely supportive and positive, with a proven track record of outstanding outcomes.

In return we can offer you:

the opportunity to work in an ambitious school with strong staff/student relationships

a vibrant and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for career development

a strong school team with a clear vision and ambition for all students

excellent facilities including your own laptop

You will be joining a school with an excellent reputation for high quality staff/student relationships and staff retention. The school is over-subscribed with 1550 students on roll with large Sixth Form of 450.

“Students at Vandyke are proud and articulate ambassadors for their school. They enjoy learning and achieve well. They thrive as a result of the school’s ambition for all students to become ‘world ready citizens’”

“Students are confident, courteous and aspirational. They behave well and move around the school calmly. They respect themselves and others”.

OFSTED January 2024.

The successful candidate will be reflective, innovative and be willing to continually develop their practice. You will join a highly effective team of sixth form teachers who work collectively to move student progress forward each year.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Visits to the school can be arranged by contacting Helen O’Connell.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Helen O’Connell, Finance & HR Manager on 01525 636717 or via email recruitment@vandyke.org.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 23rd November 2026

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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 Vandyke Upper School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1517 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Vandyke Upper School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/vandyke-upper-school

A high achieving school where everyone matters.
At Vandyke we believe that the ingredients for effective learning and high achievement include outstanding teaching, high expectations and an atmosphere within which relationships flourish. We pride ourselves on the school’s high standards and inclusive reputation.

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