Teacher of Mathematics
| Posting date: | 16 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 June 2026 |
| Location: | Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 3PB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | d774f298-310a-45e4-8b47-57fb2df188b4 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring, enthusiastic and vibrant teacher of Mathematics to join our well-established department. The successful applicant will be required to teach Mathematics at KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to teach A-Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics for a suitably qualified candidate. You will join an outstanding Mathematics team, who pride themselves on their innovative approach to helping every student to achieve their full potential. You will benefit from entering a friendly and collaborative department who have a strong track record of supporting and developing teachers who are new to the profession so we welcome applications from ECTs as well as those with more experience in the classroom.
We are looking for a September (ECT July) start date however, we may consider an earlier date for the right candidate.
What the school offers its staff
Who we are
Thurston Community College is a large popular mixed comprehensive school. It comprises two distinct and specialist sites. Our Thurston Campus, for students from Year 7 to Year 11 is situated four miles east of Bury St Edmunds. Thurston Sixth is located in the nearby village of Beyton, offering a bespoke centre of excellence for students in Year 12 and Year 13.
Our purpose is simple; to inspire a love of learning, empower our College community with the knowledge and skills to help them make meaningful choices and contribute positively to the world in which we live to achieve excellence in all aspects of school life.
It was recently announced that the school will be part of the School Rebuild Programme and
we have entered the feasibility phase. This will mean we will be a part of shaping a new
school over the next few years.
We will provide:
• An opportunity to help shape the future of the department and develop the subject across the curriculum.
• Opportunities to develop both professionally and personally.
We offer the opportunity to:
• Join a talented and supportive team, dedicated to working effectively together to secure positive outcomes for our students.
• Benefit from ongoing professional development.
• Make a difference to our talented and creative students.
• Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are excited by this post, its challenges and opportunities; if you relish the prospect of joining our team of committed and excellent staff, we very much look forward to hearing from you.Please visit our website for further information or if you would like to discuss this post further please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@thurstoncollege.org.
Thurston Community College enjoys a rural location with free parking and convenient transport links to Cambridge, Ipswich and London.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, interview date to be confirmed.
Thurston Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Commitment to safeguarding
Thurston Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring, enthusiastic and vibrant teacher of Mathematics to join our well-established department. The successful applicant will be required to teach Mathematics at KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to teach A-Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics for a suitably qualified candidate. You will join an outstanding Mathematics team, who pride themselves on their innovative approach to helping every student to achieve their full potential. You will benefit from entering a friendly and collaborative department who have a strong track record of supporting and developing teachers who are new to the profession so we welcome applications from ECTs as well as those with more experience in the classroom.
We are looking for a September (ECT July) start date however, we may consider an earlier date for the right candidate.
What the school offers its staff
Who we are
Thurston Community College is a large popular mixed comprehensive school. It comprises two distinct and specialist sites. Our Thurston Campus, for students from Year 7 to Year 11 is situated four miles east of Bury St Edmunds. Thurston Sixth is located in the nearby village of Beyton, offering a bespoke centre of excellence for students in Year 12 and Year 13.
Our purpose is simple; to inspire a love of learning, empower our College community with the knowledge and skills to help them make meaningful choices and contribute positively to the world in which we live to achieve excellence in all aspects of school life.
It was recently announced that the school will be part of the School Rebuild Programme and
we have entered the feasibility phase. This will mean we will be a part of shaping a new
school over the next few years.
We will provide:
• An opportunity to help shape the future of the department and develop the subject across the curriculum.
• Opportunities to develop both professionally and personally.
We offer the opportunity to:
• Join a talented and supportive team, dedicated to working effectively together to secure positive outcomes for our students.
• Benefit from ongoing professional development.
• Make a difference to our talented and creative students.
• Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are excited by this post, its challenges and opportunities; if you relish the prospect of joining our team of committed and excellent staff, we very much look forward to hearing from you.Please visit our website for further information or if you would like to discuss this post further please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@thurstoncollege.org.
Thurston Community College enjoys a rural location with free parking and convenient transport links to Cambridge, Ipswich and London.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, interview date to be confirmed.
Thurston Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Commitment to safeguarding
Thurston Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education.