Overview
Working Pattern: Full Time. Start date: As soon as possible. Application Deadline: Wednesday 10th September 2025, 9am. Salary: Spine point 1 to PSP3 (£32,178 - £49,725 FTE). We are looking for a passionate Maths Tutor to join this high achieving department. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver inspiring lessons, bring knowledge and experience to the curriculum, and have a desire to teach beyond the specification, believing that every student can succeed, with an appreciation that the commitment to delivering outstanding education and outcomes goes beyond the classroom. There may also be the opportunity to lead on A Level Statistics for any interested applicants. All staff within the Trust need to have a commitment to professional development, an enthusiasm for teamwork and a passion for improvement. While a teaching qualification is desirable, we will consider applications from non-qualified graduates. Graduates looking to start a career in teaching at the Sixth Form College will be allocated a reduced timetable with comprehensive support and mentoring. Future opportunities to obtain a teacher qualification will be considered.
Maths Department
The department currently offers A levels in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, AS level Further Mathematics and the GCSE Mathematics re-sit programme. A level Statistics is being introduced in Sept 2025. There are currently over 1,700 students studying mathematical courses, including over 508 Further Mathematics students across the two years. As one of the largest mathematical cohorts in the country, the department has led developments across the sixth form sector. In 2025 we enjoyed outstanding results including 64% A at A level and 79% A- in Further Maths.
* Quotes: students and staff:
* "I love working in this department"
* "Everyone is very supportive"
* "Collaboration and support are a key feature"
* "Everyone is passionate about the subject"
* Cohort Size: 1262 A level students, 508 Further Maths students, 65 GCSE retake students
* Number of staff: 24
* Management structure: One Senior Curriculum Manager (SCM) and 5 Curriculum Managers
* Exam board specifications: Edexcel
Day to Day and Learning & Teaching
* Day to Day: A full-time teacher will have 22.5 hours per week contact with students, split over 5 teaching groups (15 periods) with 5 additional periods for preparation and marking.
* Meetings: On Tuesdays, staff departmental meetings / all staff CPD after college, finishing at 5.20pm.
* Whole-college events: Attendance is required (open evenings, parent evenings, interview day, enrolment, and briefings).
* Resources: Common resources are shared within departments with regular opportunities for professional development, extracurricular clubs, and wellbeing / social activities.
* Learning & Teaching Expectations of a Teacher
* Develop skilled and effective teachers to implement our pedagogic priorities and deliver outstanding education and outcomes for all learners
* Improve progression opportunities for all learners, raising aspirations and smoothing transitions
* Embed a culture of collaborative working and sharing good practice across all Trust academies
* Develop an innovative, inspirational workforce with outstanding opportunities for career progression
Support for new staff
* As a new member of staff you will receive support from colleagues in the department and the wider college community, including a mentor to help through the first year
* Support from your Curriculum Manager and Director of Faculty
* An extensive induction programme to help integrate you into college life and develop your teaching approach
How to Apply
If you would like to have a further discussion before applying for this role please contact the HR team on team_HR@prospecttrust.org.uk. Please complete the attached application form and equality monitoring form and email all completed applications to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk by 9am, on Wednesday 10th September 2025. Early applications are encouraged, as the Trust may interview and select before the advertised closing date at its discretion.
Other Information
The Prospect Trust takes control and processing of employee data very seriously and is committed to acting in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed. Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted by HR to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role. The search will be carried out only on publicly available information and limited to issues relating to suitability to work with children and/or in an educational environment. Issues that arise will not automatically bar employment but may be discussed at interview. This is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants; however all disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria will be invited for an interview. The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.
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