Teacher of Mathematics

Gilberd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Colchester is seeking an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics for Autumn Term 2026. The role is suitable for experienced teachers or those newly qualified, with a strong commitment to developing staff and positive student outcomes. This position offers an exceptional work environment with motivated colleagues and supportive resources. Priority admission for your child is an added benefit, subject to criteria. Early application is encouraged as the position may close before the deadline.

Benefits

Excellent CPD and career development opportunities

Priority admission for your child

Qualifications

• Experience or newly qualified teachers welcome.
• Commitment to professional development is essential.
• Ability to engage and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging mathematics lessons.
• Assess and provide feedback on student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery.

Skills

Proven teaching success

Ability to inspire students

Experience in teaching

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We wish to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics, as we look to expand our innovative and highly successful mathematics team at The Gilberd School.

Proven teaching success and the ability to inspire students is essential. This post is suitable for someone with experience, or new to the profession. We are committed to the development of our staff as much as our students and we know this would be a great opportunity.

Appointment of the right candidate is also offered with priority admission for your child (subject to other criteria being met).

Required for Autumn Term 2026.

At The Gilberd School, you will find:

• A school rated by Ofsted as being “Outstanding”
• An exceptionally welcoming school
• Enthusiastic, polite and well-behaved students who are eager to learn
• Hardworking, positive and motivated colleagues who support each other
• Superb classrooms and resources to support teaching and learning
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities

As a consequence, outcomes across the curriculum are outstanding.

Full details are available from gilberd.com.

Alternatively, please contact Alison Tuckwell, Director of HR, on 01206 842211 or email: [e-mail]

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 5 January 2026.

We may choose to close the advert early if we fill the vacancy before this date. Early application is therefore recommended.

The Gilberd School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.