Dear Applicant

We are seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner in Mathematics with a proven track record of excellence in teaching and a passion for staff development. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving forward the quality of teaching and learning within the mathematics department, inspiring colleagues to reach their full potential and delivering outstanding outcomes for our pupils.

We are part of United Learning and you can be confident that you will receive the opportunity, guidance and support to be the best you can be. You will join a school which is forward thinking, and be a part of a strong team as we are striving for excellence. You will work alongside the senior team to ensure an exceptional climate for learning to support pupil outcomes.

George Eliot Academy is a rewarding and professionally stimulating place to work.  We are a mixed secondary school where pupils feel a real sense of belonging and there is a culture of mutual respect.  We are passionate about our vision to develop successful pupils who are independent, well-rounded, behave well and with integrity and live happy and fulfilled lives.

Our vision is “We aim for excellence and improved pupils’ achievement, through an inclusive academic culture based on high aspirations and expectations.  Our excellent daily practices embed our culture of kindness, gratitude and hard work; our STAR values and family ethos shape the character of our pupils.”

If you share our vision and would like to work in our close knit and family-orientated school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• An outstanding Practitioner with a proven track record
• Has a strong academic background in Maths and holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Able to build effective working relationships with pupils, parents and staff
• Shows genuine enthusiasm and a strong dedication to creating an engaging and supportive classroom atmosphere
• Able to provide stimulating and engaging experiences for our children, challenging them to achieve beyond their expectations and supporting them to become lifelong learners
• Employs data-informed approaches to tailor instruction and maximise pupil progress
• Willing and committed to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practice
• Works effectively as part of a team and actively supports the broader life of the school community
• Has the ability to lead a team

• You will be working in an Academy that maintains high standards and a positive environment for both pupils and staff, as reflected in our latest Ofsted inspection (2026).
• You will be working within an experienced, ambitious, forward thinking and highly effective team
• You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other United Learning schools
• We will support your ongoing continuing professional development
• You will be fully supported by your colleagues within the school to ensure you have the tools to deliver success and reduce your workload

Benefits of working for United Learning:

• Access to a 24/7 confidential employee counselling and advice line
• Access to the Wisdom wellbeing app which can help you track your wellness, improve your mental health and includes workouts, podcasts and recipes
• Westfield Health cash plan – claim the cost back on health services such as physio, dental treatments, optical services and consultants (eligible after 6 months’ service)
• Westfield Rewards is a discounted shopping platform which offers access to an extensive range of discounts and cashback opportunities across a wide variety of well-known retailers and service providers (eligible after 6 months’ service)
• 1 day’s paid personal day in each academic year (available to both teaching and support staff)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car lease scheme
• Free will writing service
• Teacher Pension Scheme / LGPS (approx. pension 23% contribution)