Teacher of Mathematics

This is a Full-Time Maternity Cover role for 18 months. Salary is £35,280 – £46,305 per annum (depending on experience).

Application Deadline: Friday 3rd October 2025 – Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Salary:

£35,280 – £46,305 per annum (Full-Time Equivalent)

Job type:

Full Time - Maternity Cover

Start date:

January 2026

Job overview

Islamia Girls’ School is a high-performing, faith-based Independent Secondary School for Girls, located in the heart of Queen’s Park, London (NW6 6PE). We are dedicated to providing an academically rigorous, spiritually enriching, and morally guided education that supports young Muslim girls to flourish in all aspects of life.

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, knowledgeable and inspirational Teacher of Mathematics to join our dedicated team from January 2026 . This is an exciting opportunity to teach motivated students, with a chance to make a significant impact on the continued success of Mathematics at Islamia Girls’ School.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Teach Mathematics from KS3 to KS4 (GCSE Level) delivering lessons that are engaging, challenging, and aligned with the national curriculum and exam board requirements.
  
• Demonstrate a deep knowledge of subject content and effective pedagogy, including the use of appropriate resources and strategies.
  
• Maintain a stimulating, inclusive classroom environment with high standards of display and presentation of students’ work.
  
• Actively contribute to the development of a dynamic Mathematics curriculum and enrichment opportunities.
  
• Uphold excellent behaviour management in line with the school’s values and policies.
  

• Monitor, assess, and report on students’ academic progress, identifying needs and tailoring support accordingly.
  
• Mark work constructively and regularly, providing feedback that helps students make sustained progress.
  
• Keep detailed records of student attainment, effort, and behaviour.
  
• Collaborate with colleagues, including learning support and pastoral staff, to provide holistic support to students.
  

• Promote and uphold the school’s Islamic ethos, vision and values.
  
• Act as a role model in personal conduct, punctuality, and professionalism.
  
• Participate in school events, open days, CPD sessions, and staff development programmes.
  
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of students at all times.
  
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including supporting extra-curricular activities, academic interventions and student wellbeing initiatives.
  

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or international equivalent
  
• Experience teaching Mathematics at KS3 and GCSE level
  
• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of curriculum design
  
• A passion for Mathematics and enthusiasm for inspiring students
  
• High expectations for student outcomes, behaviour, and personal development
  
• Alignment with the school’s faith values and commitment to Islamic education
  

We Offer

As an independent school, we are able to provide our staff with a number of unique privileges, including:

• A shorter academic year, offering more holidays than the maintained sector
  
• High academic standards and motivated, well-behaved pupils
  
• A supportive and well-structured school culture with less paperwork and bureaucracy, enabling teachers to focus on teaching and learning
  
• Strong leadership support and a collaborative staff team
  
• Commitment to professional development and career progression
  
• The opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the future of Mathematics at our school