Teacher of Mathematics - John Taylor Free School

Teacher of Mathematics

Full-time position, fixed term until 31st August 2027

September 2026 start

Salary: MPS1 – UPS3 £32,916 – £51,048 per annum

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic Teachers of Mathematics to join our evolving organisation.

The successful candidate will ideally be experienced in teaching up to A-level; however, this post is also suitable for new entrants to the profession. At KS3 we have developed a broad and balanced curriculum which prepares students for the demands of GCSE and beyond. All students study Edexcel GCSE Mathematics, we also have a cohort studying AQA Further Maths. We have many opportunities for an enthusiastic mathematician to shape the future of our offer, as we look to develop, refine, and build our curriculum, and enhance our welcoming and innovative team. Please see our website for details of our curriculum.

John Taylor Free School is an inclusive school with high standards, strong routines, a focus on wellbeing and a collaborative approach. We offer the following support:

• Personalised professional learning each week
• A coaching culture
• Shared resources, Schemes of Learning and Curriculum Plans
• A ‘life-friendly’ approach to teaching

We welcome applications from those who want to work flexibly, or if you are looking for a full-time role.

As part of JTMAT, there are excellent opportunities for networking and professional development via the John Taylor Teaching School Hub and Staffordshire Research School.

Visits to the school are very welcome. Please contact Mrs Sian Byrne by email hr@johntaylorfreeschool.co.uk or telephone 01283 247823 to make an appointment.

Completed application forms should be emailed to hr@johntaylorfreeschool.co.uk

Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 29th June 2026

Interview: Week commencing 29th June 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Please note if you are shortlisted, an online search will be carried out before interview which may identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants for the lawful basis for processing and retention.

John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.