Early Career Teacher of Mathematics – Secondary School – Wolverhampton

A well-established 1118 secondary school in Wolverhampton is seeking a committed and capable Early Career Teacher of Mathematics to join its experienced and forward-thinking Maths department. The school serves a broad and diverse intake and has developed a reputation for clear routines improving outcomes and strong staff development structures.

Mathematics is a core focus within the school improvement plan with GCSE outcomes steadily rising and Sixth Form uptake strengthening. The department operates with a clear carefully sequenced curriculum and places emphasis on mastery fluency and structured problem-solving.

The Opportunity

This role is ideally suited to an ECT who wants a stable and supportive environment in which to develop classroom confidence and subject expertise. The school runs a well-organised induction programme with both whole-school and subject-specific mentoring.

You will:

Teach Mathematics across KS3 and KS4
Contribute to shared planning using centralised schemes of work
Develop strong behaviour routines supported by clear policies
Build confidence in assessment feedback and intervention
Participate in coaching lesson study and structured CPD

The department provides ready-to-use lesson resources and assessment materials ensuring new teachers can focus on refining delivery and pedagogy.

The Mathematics Department

The Maths faculty is one of the largest in the school and benefits from experienced leadership and a culture of collaboration. Regular team meetings focus on curriculum consistency exam preparation strategies and intervention planning.

Department strengths include:

A clear mastery-based approach to curriculum design
Centralised homework and assessment systems
Dedicated Maths classrooms located within a shared corridor
Structured GCSE revision and targeted support programmes

Senior teachers within the team actively mentor ECTs modelling lessons and supporting planning where required.

The School

Located in Wolverhampton this secondary school is known for its orderly learning environment and consistent behaviour expectations. Senior leaders maintain high visibility and provide strong backing to classroom teachers.

Facilities include refurbished classrooms updated interactive technology and improved communal areas. Staff wellbeing is prioritised through manageable marking policies and shared curriculum resources.

The ECT induction programme includes:

Reduced timetable
Weekly mentor meetings
Scheduled CPD time
Regular progress reviews

Who Were Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Be completing or have recently achieved QTS in Mathematics
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and mathematical clarity
Show willingness to reflect and develop professionally
Deliver structured well-paced lessons
Maintain high expectations for student effort and presentation

This role would suit an ECT looking to grow in confidence within a well-supported and disciplined environment.

Whats On Offer

Comprehensive ECT induction and mentoring
Collaborative and well-resourced Maths department
Clear behaviour systems
Competitive salary aligned to experience
A Wolverhampton secondary focused on sustained improvement

This is an excellent opportunity for a new Maths teacher to establish strong classroom foundations in a school that combines structure ambition and genuine professional support.