Sir William Ramsay School

Part of the Insignis Academy Trust

We have an exciting opportunity to join our successful, vibrant community as a

Teacher of Maths

Permanent, Full time

Start date – September 2026

Salary – MPS/UPS, unqualified pay range £22,601 - £35,259

Closing date – Tuesday 19^th May 2026 at 12 noon

Suitable for ECTs and apprenticeships (duration 12 months)

At Sir William Ramsay we are looking to appoint a dynamic, highly motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of Maths with a passion to work with young people to drive their success even further. In return, you can expect effective support from our strong leadership team along with a hardworking, talented, and passionate staff body.

The post would suit someone with a strong subject knowledge, who is able to teach a range of abilities, has a clear vision of how to maximise achievement in our students and is committed to ensuring that learning is an enriching experience for all.

You will be highly organised with excellent communication and time management skills, a commitment to character education and raising student achievement and excited about supporting and contributing to the continuous school improvement.

The role will offer an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to raising standards and improving outcomes for young people.

This is also suitable for ECTS or apprenticeship available and will offer an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to raising standards and improving outcomes for young people.

We are seeking a passionate Maths graduate to join our Maths department via the Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship. This "earn-while-you-learn" route allows you to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) while being embedded in a supportive school environment. You will receive a reduced teaching timetable (maximum 80%) to ensure dedicated time for your training and portfolio development.

Key Requirements:

• A UK Honours degree or equivalent (2:2 or higher) in Maths or a related field. * (if not a related degree then very strong subject knowledge is required)
• GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Resilience and strong organisational skills to balance classroom teaching with academic study.

For any enquiries relating to the position please contact the Trust’s Human Resources Team, either by email recruitment@insignis.org.uk or by telephone 01296 744351, who will be happy to help.

Closing date – Tuesday 19^th May 2026 at 12 noon

Insignis Academy Trust operates rigorous ‘safer recruitment’ practices, and the successful candidates will be required to undertake the completion of satisfactory checks including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical report, confirmation of qualifications, documentation to prove Right to Work in the UK and a prohibition from teaching check.

We encourage and value candidates who have varied lived experiences and inclusive mindsets, either due to their engagements in the world or due to their protected characteristics (as set out in the Equalities Act 2010). We are committed to continued development of a community that is representative of the environment in which we work and in nurturing an equitable society.  

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

The Insignis Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.