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Teacher of Maths

Job details
Posting date: 01 May 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 May 2026
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 4QE
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Contract
Job reference: d4a2b00a-9ac5-4191-940e-d0349503be20

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Teacher of Mathematics

Full Time, One Year Fixed Role in the Frist Instance

Scale: MPS/UPS

Our school is a happy school, where relationships are positive, respect is prevalent, and expectations are high. We challenge all members of our school community to “be kind, try your best and follow the rules” – our students are our greatest asset and never fail to inspire and impress staff and visitors. Staff have high expectations of all students, whatever their starting point; students have the drive and ambition to meet these expectations. Our GCSE results were once again amongst the highest in Leeds, and we were ranked in the top fifty 11-16 schools in the country in the Sunday Times League Tables, testament to the way that our students and staff have worked together to create a positive, ambitious and caring learning environment.

Governors are seeking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated teacher to join our high achieving school as teacher of maths for one year, in the first instance. If you are someone who has a natural passion and enthusiasm for maths and a strong desire to help all students and staff reach their full potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you.

Alongside a track record of high achievement in mathematics, the department provides a supportive learning environment committed to developing students’ aspiration in achieving their full academic and personal potential. You will be joining a committed team of mathematics specialists that strives for creativity and a commitment to high quality teaching and learning in mathematics.

We pride ourselves on the level of engagement that our children have within the department and we ensure that all students are inspired, encouraged, challenged and supported to reach the highest levels of educational achievement and importantly enjoyment.

5e are eager to hear from you if you are:

• An excellent practitioner who believes that all students can achieve.
• Able to excel in an environment where students genuinely enjoy school and have a love of learning.
• Ambitious for yourself and our students, and able to thrive in our supportive, collaborative environment.
• Somebody who wants to work in a happy school where students and staff work together to “…build on the best traditions that we have inherited…”

What the school offers its staff

In return for your hard work, we offer a rewarding and exciting environment where students are keen to learn, and staff are valued and cared for. We welcome applications from experienced teachers or colleagues who are beginning their careers and will provide outstanding support and guidance to ensure that the successful candidate quickly becomes part of our school community.

Candidates do not need to be practicing Catholics, but a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school is essential.

Further details and our Catholic Education Service application form is available from the school website (www.cardinalheenan.com). If you would like any further information, or would like to arrange a visit prior to application, please email recruitment@cardinalheenan.com.

Please note that covering letters are not required and will not be used as part of the shortlisting or selection process. There is a section of the application form where candidates can offer further information to support their application. This can take the form of a letter of no more than two sides of A4.

Closing date: Friday 15 May 2026 at 9:00am

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, for the successful applicant.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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