Principal: Ms J Schofield | Required: September 2026 | Fast Track Lead Practitioner of Maths | MPS/UPS, Actual Salary £32,916 - £51,047 with an additional TLR3C payment of £3,477
The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Fast Track Lead Practitioner of Maths to join our strong team of highly motivated professionals who work collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4.
At the heart of everything we do is an unremitting desire for our students to become successful and responsible young people who make a positive contribution to our academy and the wider community. To do this, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners.
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post; postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to deliver ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that allows every student to achieve success. We have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students.
Why Discovery?
The Discovery Academy is one of the largest Academies in Stoke-on-Trent. It boasts a £21 million building with world‑class facilities, including extensive sport and recreation areas. The building design has a faculty‑based organisation in which subject areas are co‑located to foster collaboration and project‑based learning opportunities. There are an extensive range of vocational and academic facilities across the Academy.
The Benefits of Working for Our Trust
The Trust offers a benefits package including a local government pension scheme, membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, discounted gym membership for on‑site gyms and a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on‑site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Life and Progress.
Alpha Academies Trust is committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching; this is financed by the Trust.
We’re Disability Confident!
Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Reasonable adjustments can be requested during the application process.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check and other stringent vetting and induction processes.
Application Instructions
To apply, please use the Apply Now button at the top of the page or visit the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal. If you are already registered, log in to submit your application; new users can register using the sign‑up option. For further information, contact the Trust HR Team at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk.
Closing Date for this Post: Monday 18th May 2026 at 9:00am
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 18th May 2026
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