Teacher of Maths

TEACHER OF MATHS

JOB TITLE: Teacher of Maths

BASED AT: Castle Newnham (Polhill Avenue)

SALARY/GRADE: ECT/MPS - TLR available for the right candidate

RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Maths

The formative years of BEST have been a real success story - and we are looking forward to an exciting future, too. The Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) is a multi-academy trust providing exceptional education across our community of 11 schools and five nurseries. Since forming in 2016, we have grown significantly into one of the largest trusts in the county. We now educate 8,000 children across the area, from nursery age to advanced level study, and have over 1,000 members of staff. It is our aim to grow the BEST in everyone, and everything we do is driven by our values.

We are seeking a Teacher of Maths to ensure that the standards of teaching and learning in the department continue to be high by being at the cutting edge of development in the subject, modelling and sharing good practice. To develop the school as a centre for excellence for maths. To be a form tutor for an identified group of pupils with responsibility for their pastoral care and well-being.

As well as a supportive team and strong professional development, Castle Newnham offers:

• well-behaved, happy, confident and enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn;

• a school highly valued and supported by parents and the community;

• a nurturing, enthusiastic and committed staff, who can rise to a challenge;

• great opportunities to make your mark and to be part of something exciting and unique

Applicants must be willing to undertake a DBS clearance and the Academy must receive two satisfactory references before the successful candidate can commence employment.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 21st October 2026, 8.00am

INTERVIEW DATE: Thursday 22nd October 2026 / Friday 23rd October 2026

START DATE: January 2027

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AT YOUR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. THE TRUST RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT A SUITABLE CANDIDATE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE

Applications may be made online via the MyNewTerm website, if you would prefer a Word Application Form, one may be obtained by directly emailing Castle Newnham via the contact details provided below.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promotion of children's welfare and offers of employment are subject to DBS clearance and two satisfactory references.