Teacher of Maths

Salary:  MPS/UPS
Contract: Full Time & Permanent
Start date: September 2026

About the Role

Thornhill Academy, part of Consilium Academies Trust, is seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Maths to join our successful and improving Maths department. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school on a rapid improvement journey, recently graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted (May 2024), with a new state-of-the-art school building due to begin construction in April 2026.

We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who can inspire students, deliver high-quality lessons across Key Stage 3 and GCSE, and contribute to the continued improvement of outcomes within the Maths department.

About Thornhill Academy

Thornhill Academy is an 11–16 secondary school located close to Sunderland City Centre, with over 600 students. Our school is proud of its diverse community, with students from 14 different ethnicities and 35 languages spoken. We are a welcoming, inclusive school where diversity is celebrated and where staff and students thrive in a supportive environment.

We are committed to high-quality teaching, strong pastoral care, and providing a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities. This is an exciting time to join Thornhill as we continue our improvement journey and prepare for our new school building.

About Consilium Academies Trust

Consilium Academies is a Multi-Academy Trust committed to Excellence, Equity and Integrity. We are dedicated to providing high-quality education for all students and high-quality professional development for all staff through our Centre for Professional Learning and strong school-to-school support.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Maths lessons to KS3 and KS4 students
• Monitor and assess student progress and provide effective feedback
• Create a positive and engaging learning environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to raise achievement
• Contribute to the pastoral system as a Form Tutor
• Participate in the wider life of the school, including extra-curricular activities
• Uphold safeguarding, behaviour and school policies at all times

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Ability to teach Maths at KS3 and GCSE
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom practice
• High expectations of student behaviour and achievement
• Commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing
• Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to school improvement

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Access to high-quality CPD through the Consilium Centre for Professional Learning
• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
• A diverse and inclusive school community
• The opportunity to be part of a school rebuilding programme and future growth

Safeguarding

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Thornhill Academy, please contact kate.jackson@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 31^st March 2026

Interviews will take place on Thursday 2^nd April 2026

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.