Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. 

If you are a teacher who is passionate about their subject, enjoys working with young people and is determined to make a real difference to the children you teach, then this could be the job for you.

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is looking for a brilliant Teacher of Mathematics to join our forward-thinking Academy and to develop the quality of teaching and learning within Mathematics. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in influencing positive learning outcomes for our students, both within your own subject area and whole school.

In this role, you will take an active part in the development of curricular provision, deliver agreed schemes of work and develop best practice in terms of models of teaching and learning to raise all students’ levels of attainment.

About the Academy

OIEA is an inclusive Academy, and our success to date is due to the fact we live and breathe our CARE values of Courage, Ambition, Respect and Excellence. These values help to determine our strong culture and create a climate in which every member of the school community is able to develop and improve. We are relentlessly positive and passionately care about the community that we serve.

About you

We would welcome applicants from exciting and innovative classroom teachers with QTS, who have successful teaching experience in key stage 3 and key stage 4 in Mathematics. The successful candidate will have some experience of curriculum planning and devising schemes of work.

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 

• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities 

• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits 

We offer a competitive package of benefits for our staff including:

• A network of exceptional support staff, teachers, middle and senior leaders
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to achieve career development through excellent CPD opportunities (at a trust and school level)
• Access to Vivup platform for lifestyle savings, cycle to work scheme, and employee assistance programme

 To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link above. Please note that CVs are not accepted.

 For an informal chat or to arrange a visit please email k.meakin@oiea.co.uk who will facilitate. 

 Closing date for applications:  9am on 2^nd March 2026.

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

All of our academy policies can be found here: policies