Maths Teacher

Role: Maths Teacher
Contract: Full time 
Hours: 8.30am - 5pm - Monday - Friday
Location: Birkenhead
Salary: From £45,000 (based on experience) 
Employer: Impact North West Schools Ltd

Who we are:

Impact North West Schools Ltd is a rapidly growing independent special school based in Birkenhead.

Our mission is to deliver excellent teaching through research-backed pedagogy, fostering a safe environment where high expectations and positive, trusting relationships ensure every child is known, resilient, and equipped with strong character.

We are proud to be:

• Rated “Good” by Ofsted
• Recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Inclusion Quality Mark

These achievements reflect our commitment to high standards, innovation and a positive culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

The Role - Maths Teacher :

We are looking to appoint a full time qualified Maths Teacher who will have a significant impact on the learning of pupils with additional needs. The role will involve working with all years, delivering a variety of high quality lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4, to include GCSE and Functional Skills.

The successful candidate will work in a secure and supportive environment that helps pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties overcome their challenges.

The position requires a candidate who can build relationships with children with SEMH difficulties and work in collaboration with colleagues to create an inclusive and supportive environment that is conducive to learning. The teacher and students benefit from small class sizes that help nurture achievement.

Key Responsibilities - Maths Teacher (Qualified):

• Design and implement Maths lessons that promotes academic progress for all students
• Ensure that the Maths curriculum is well-planned, sequenced, and relevant to the needs of Impact North West Schools students
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of Maths lessons, making adjustments as necessary to improve student outcomes
• Monitor and assess student progress in Maths, using data to inform teaching strategies and interventions
• Embed literacy skills across the Maths curriculum, developing resources as needed
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment, using trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches
• Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Work collaboratively with pastoral teams to address barriers to learning and promote emotional resilience
• Organise enrichment activities to inspire students and foster a love of learning

What We Are Looking For - Maths Teacher:

We are seeking individuals who have:

• An ability to be flexible in the subjects that are taught.
• Excellent teaching and assessment skills, with the ability to adapt to the needs of SEMH students
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families
• Data analysis and interpretation skills, to use assessment information to inform teaching and learning
• Commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to share best practises with colleagues
• Ability to foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment, using trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively
• To follow our safeguarding policy and ensure all students are safe at all times.

Personal Qualities

• Energy and enthusiasm
• Commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of children.
• Commitment to upholding and promoting the ethos and values of the school.
• Integrity, honesty and fairness.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Commitment to equality.

Qualifications and training

• Good honours Degree
• QTS/PGCE
• Evidence of CPD relevant to this job role

Experience

• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the Maths curriculum, including current best practices and research.
• Previous roles teaching SEHM students is desirable.

Safer Recruitment Statement:

Impact North West Schools Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its school. We follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. DBS Enhanced Checks are required as part of our search & selection process.

Equal Opportunities:

INWS recognises the value of, and seeks to achieve, a diverse workforce which includes people from all backgrounds.

INWS takes positive steps to create an employment culture in which people feel confident of being treated with fairness, dignity and tolerance irrespective of their individual differences.

Completed application forms to sent to schooloffice@impactnorthwestschools.org.uk