Job Overview

We are seeking to appoint a positive, motivated, and enthusiastic teacher with a genuine passion for Mathematics to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Maths Department for a parental-leave cover for the Spring term 2026.

The ideal candidate will be able to inspire, engage, and challenge students across the full ability range at KS3, KS4, and KS5. Our department benefits from experienced and long-standing leadership, providing a strong sense of stability and well-established systems that allow teachers to focus their time and energy on delivering high-quality teaching and continually developing their practice.

About Us

St. Mary Magdalene is a thriving Church of England school in the Greenwich. We are guided by our values of Faith, Family, and Fellowship. These values are at the heart of everything we do, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for both students and staff that is rooted in our Christian Faith. Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school and with a SIAMS judge of ‘Outstanding’.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a teacher who is:

• Deep subject knowledge and committed to delivering the highest quality lessons.  
• Can adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring excellent progress and engagement. 
• Inspirational in the classroom, with the ability to motivate and engage learners. 
• Knowledge of current best practice in teaching methods and research. 
• Committed to supporting pupils in overcoming barriers to learning. 
• A role model with high expectations and a dedication to contributing to the wider school community. 
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth through further qualifications such as NPQ’s.  

What We Offer

• A strong Christian ethos that underpins all aspects of school life through kindness, respect and purpose.
• An excellent and supportive senior leadership team, ensuring you feel valued and empowered in your role.
• High-quality leadership training and professional development, including access to NPQs.
• A commitment to staff well-being, including access to an on-site gym available before and after school, as well as during holidays.
• An Apple MacBook for work use, both in school and at home.
• Enthusiastic and ambitious students who are keen to learn.
• A positive school culture built on collaboration and distributed leadership.

If you share our values, are passionate about delivering excellence in Maths and want to lead a dedicated and enthusiastic team committed to supporting all students in fulfilling their potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

St Mary Magdalene C of E School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.