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Mathematics Teacher - required January 2026
Full time/permanent MPS/UPS
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and innovative teacher of Mathematics to join our strong team of subject specialists in January 2026. This post is also suitable for candidates looking for their first teaching post and an exciting and supportive department in which to complete ECT years.
Our school is highly successful and oversubscribed, with EBacc entries well above the national average, and successful results for students, whether they are disadvantaged, SEND or Gifted and Talented. We value the development of the whole child, and encourage students to take part in a wide range of co-curricular activities. Outdoor education is very popular with our students, and we usually have a large proportion of Y10 participating in the Bronze DofE award, with many progressing to the higher awards. We also run a range of trips each year, both abroad and in the UK, culminating in a popular 'activities week' at the end of the year.
At Norton Hill you will receive an unparalleled level of support, so you will be able to focus on your passion for communicating Mathematical ideas to young people. Here are some of the features most valued by staff who have recently joined the Maths team.
Successful applicants will:
1. Have a deep passion and enthusiasm for their subject
2. Be committed to exceptional standards of teaching and learning
3. Be able to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve their best
4. Establish and develop excellent relationships with students and staff
5. Be tenacious in their commitment to maintaining outstanding results in the department
6. Contribute to our core vision and values
We can offer you:
7. A comprehensive and easy-to-navigate bank of highly effective classroom resources and homework activities for every topic in the Mathematics curriculum.
8. State-of-the-art assessment and tracking technology which allows you to effortlessly map the developing skillset of each of your students.
9. The most extensive new staff induction programme in the area, led from within the Mathematics team by highly experienced mentors and coaches.
10. A personalised programme of professional development that continues beyond the ECT years to equip you with the experience and expertise to become a future leader in Mathematics. With numerous opportunities to further your career in Mathematics education within the highly successful Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership.
11. Norton Hill is part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership and as such the Maths staff are part of a wider team of over 70 Maths teachers who regularly collaborate to share best practice and support each other to become outstanding practitioners. Being part of the MNSP also provides superb opportunities for career development with most of the Mathematics leadership team having been developed through the excellent range of CPD available within the trust.
12. An emphasis on core traditional values of good manners, engagement and high academic achievement
13. An emphasis on Duke of Edinburgh, Ten Tors and other outdoor education for all
Norton Hill serves Midsomer Norton, Radstock and the surrounding rural area where there is an abundance of attractive and affordable housing. The school is on the edge of the Mendips but close to Bath, Bristol, Frome and Wells.
Closing Date: Tuesday 23rd September
Interviews to be confirmed
Safeguarding Statement
Norton Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.