Maths Teacher

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first.

That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join .

Job Title: Maths Teacher

Location: New Options School - Guildford, Surrey GU2 4DU

Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per annum depending experience (Not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026 (maybe earlier depending on business need)

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship

We're excited to be opening a brand-new specialist school in Guildford as part of Options Autism, and we're now looking for a committed and talented Maths Teacher to join our founding team.

This is a unique opportunity to help build something from the ground up - creating a learning environment where children and young people with autism, learning difficulties, and complex needs can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the Role

As a Maths Teacher at New Options School, you'll be more than just a subject expert - you'll be a mentor, a motivator, and a consistent positive influence in the lives of our pupils.

You will plan and deliver outstanding lessons tailored to each pupil's individual learning journey. You'll also lead targeted interventions and contribute to cross-curricular learning, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to shape a maths curriculum that is accessible, meaningful and impactful.

In this role, you'll enjoy a balance of independence and support. You'll have the freedom to be creative in your teaching while benefitting from a collaborative and experienced multi-disciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering engaging and differentiated Maths lessons across Key Stages
• Designing and leading small group and 1:1 intervention sessions
• Using data and observation to assess, monitor, and report on progress
• Supporting pupils' personal development, emotional wellbeing and confidence
• Working collaboratively with other subject teachers and support staff
• Taking on additional curriculum responsibilities as agreed with the Headteacher
• Promoting a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment

Who we are looking for

You are a passionate, committed Maths teacher who is excited by the opportunity to make a real difference. You believe in every young person's ability to grow - and you know how to adapt your teaching to meet complex needs.

You'll be a reflective practitioner, with the creativity, resilience, and empathy needed to succeed in an SEN environment. Most importantly, you'll be driven by the desire to give every learner the tools and confidence they need to succeed in their own way.

Essential:

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience or interest in teaching pupils with autism, SEMH, or complex needs
• Excellent subject knowledge in Maths, and a passion for teaching it creatively
• A positive, solution-focused mindset and a flexible approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Experience in a specialist or SEN setting
• Familiarity with trauma-informed or therapeutic practices
• Knowledge of alternative communication methods

About Us

Opening in September 2026, this brand-new school in Guildford is part of the Options Autism group, a leading provider of specialist education individuals with complex needs. The school will support up to 40 pupils aged 11-18, offering a safe, structured, and inclusive environment tailored to meet a wide range of needs.

Our schools are unique environments, each one having its own special atmosphere and range of opportunities and resources. Our teachers enjoy becoming part of their school's 'family', exploring the potential of the building and environment and getting to know the brilliant pupils in our care.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided support and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.