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Second in Charge of Maths

Job details
Posting date: 16 December 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 07 January 2026
Location: Torrington, Devon, EX38 7DJ
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 0d0c6cf9-3e74-4a3c-894a-c17702f8a1a3

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

• A passionate and highly motivated teacher
• The ability to inspire high achievement in all young people
• Presence, dynamism, approachability, and a good sense of humour
• A proven track record of successful outcomes for pupils through own teaching experience
• A committed and motivated team worker willing to go above and beyond expectations.

What the school offers its staff

• A full-time contract in a high achieving supportive Mathematics department
• Teaching Key Stages 3 – 4
• Friendly, supportive, and professional colleagues
• Excellent CPD training including a comprehensive induction programme
• Own laptop
• A TLR 2a

Further details about the role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics who will also take on the role of second in department. The successful candidate will have the capacity to raise attainment through motivating and inspiring students and will contribute to a culture of high expectations and innovation within the school. You must have excellent communication skills, tremendous drive and great enthusiasm for teaching and learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward thinking and supportive school. Rated by Ofsted as Good (in July 2022), in a department that works alongside the Jurassic Maths Hub promoting teaching for mastery and collaboration.

GTS is a growing school, which has benefitted from a further £1.5 million investment in its buildings. GTS sits in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside with easy access to the many stunning beaches of north Devon and north Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to, not only relocate to a beautiful part of the country, but to develop their career in an environment where CPD and personal growth are valued.

Commitment to safeguarding

Great Torrington School is a successful and popular 11-16 school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Criminal Record Check. We are an equal opportunities employer.