Maths Teacher - The Meadows Academy
Posted 1 day 2 hours ago by Horizons Specialist Academy Trust
The Meadows Academy is situated in Spennymoor, Durham, and provides education for 75 pupils aged 11 to 16 years who have SEMHD as their identified primary need. The Meadows Academy joined Horizons Specialist Academy Trust in February 2025. Horizons Specialist Academy Trust consists of eight academies and one sixth form across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire serving a population of approximately 1000 students aged 5 to 19 with a broad range of learning difficulties. The Trust is looking for an experienced and inspirational Teacher of Maths for The Meadows Academy. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, dedicated and energetic in leading to shape and develop the Maths offer to all students, with Maths seen as a crucial element of our students' education and the aim of ensuring our students have all the necessary skills for a fulfilling life.
PositionTeacher of Maths - MPS/UPS + SEN 1 Allowance - £32,916 - £51,048 + £2,787. This is a September 26 start.
Responsibilities- Have a strong understanding of the Maths curriculum as well as how different strategies can be implemented across the Academy to ensure a consistent approach.
- Have experience of working with students across KS3 and KS4 following a curriculum that leads to external qualifications that include Entry Level, Functional Skills and GCSE.
- Work collegiately to build on the strengths of the Academy and Trust.
- Be able to motivate staff that are fully engaged in the goal of achieving excellence in all areas of the Academy both personally and professionally.
The right candidate will need to be an enthusiastic and inspirational teacher, with high expectations of our students and themselves, and have the ability, perseverance and resilience to be an outstanding practitioner. In addition to excellent curriculum knowledge, good communication and interpersonal skills, the successful candidate will have proven ability to work as part of a team of teachers and support staff. This post is suitable for an ECT or mainstream teacher seeking a change. Previous experience of working with students with SEMH would be an advantage but not essential.
The Trust can offer- An ambitious and proactive Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
- An experienced and supportive team of Executive Leaders and a collegiate team of Trust Principals.
- A committed and dedicated team of cross-Trust staff and services including Finance, HR Governance, Safeguarding, Admin and IT.
- Excellent systems and structures.
- A warm, friendly academy which provides a positive learning environment.
- Extensive and varied professional learning opportunities.
- A modern learning environment for students with SEMHD.
Completed applications should be returned by 12 noon on Friday, 27th March, 2026 to or by post to HR Department, c/o Abbey Hill Academy, Ketton Road, Stockton on Tees. TS19 8BU. If you have any questions about the vacancy please email or call and speak to a member of the HR team.
SafeguardingHorizons Specialist Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of our recruitment process online searches will be conducted. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and appropriate references.
To view or download the Job description, visit the Horizons Trust website.