Maths Teacher | Good Secondary School | Romford

The Opportunity

Romford is a historic market town that serves as a vital gateway between the heart of London and the industrial corridors of Essex. We are seeking an articulate and energetic Maths Teacher to join a 'Good' secondary school . In this role, you will help students navigate the complexities of numerical reasoning and logic, utilizing the town’s blend of commercial vitality and technological growth to show the real-world impact of mathematical mastery.

The Department & Mathematical Culture

• You will join a supportive and collaborative Mathematics faculty that views the subject as the fundamental toolkit for problem-solving and financial literacy.

• The department follows a balanced curriculum that prioritizes conceptual fluency, ensuring students understand the "why" behind the formulas as well as the "how."

• As a 'Good' school, we focus on consistent improvement and student engagement, utilizing interactive digital platforms alongside traditional methods to bring geometry and algebra to life.

• The department is a key driver of the school’s academic success, maintaining high expectations for behaviour and a positive, "can-do" attitude toward challenges.

Core Responsibilities

1. Instructional Delivery: Teaching Mathematics across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE), delivering lessons that are well-paced, rigorously planned, and accessible to all learners.

2. Problem-Solving Development: Leading students through complex multi-step problems, teaching them how to break down challenges into logical, manageable components.

3. Numeracy Across the Curriculum: Collaborating with other departments to ensure that mathematical literacy—from data interpretation in Science to measurement in DT—is reinforced school-wide.

4. Diagnostic Feedback: Utilizing regular low-stakes testing and formal assessments to identify gaps in understanding, providing actionable feedback that empowers students to improve.

5. Exam Preparation: Providing targeted support and revision sessions for Year 11 students, focusing on exam technique and building the confidence required for GCSE success.

The Successful Candidate We are looking for a practitioner who believes that every student can succeed in Mathematics with the right guidance. Requirements include:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in Mathematics or a related quantitative discipline.

• Pedagogical Range: The ability to teach the technicalities of the curriculum while fostering an appreciation for the logic and order of the subject.

• Resilient Engagement: A teacher who can motivate students who may find the subject challenging, using creative examples and real-world contexts to build interest.

• Team Player: A proactive professional who is eager to contribute to the shared resources and collaborative planning within the Maths faculty.

Why Join Us?

• A school that treats Mathematics as a flagship subject, providing a supportive environment for staff and a clear pathway for professional development.

• Access to specialized training and regional networking through East London and Essex teaching school hubs.

• The opportunity to work in Romford—a vibrant town offering the best of both worlds: excellent transport links into Central London and easy access to the Essex countryside.

• A warm, inclusive staff culture where collaborative working and the celebration of student achievement are at the heart of the school's identity.

How to Apply

Please submit your current CV and a brief letter of application to begin the process for this Maths Teacher position.