Maths Teacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Medium value due to steady employment benefits and the school's reputation, but requires significant dedication.
- Teaching role at a reputable academy established since 1904
- Potential for significant impact on student learning
- Support and resources available for professional growth
Pros
- Chance to make a positive impact on students’ lives
- Work within a historically significant and well-reputed academy
- Opportunities for collaboration and professional development
Cons
- High expectations may lead to work pressure
- Competitive nature of education field
- Requires ongoing development of teaching practices
Who it's for
Intermediate to Advanced • Full-time
Good fit
- Qualified teachers enthusiastic about mathematics
- Educators aiming for impactful teaching outcomes
- Individuals desiring to work in a supportive, community-oriented school
Not recommended for
- New teachers without experience in classrooms
- Candidates seeking less rigorous teaching environments
- Professionals wanting only part-time positions
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Laurel Academy are looking to appoint a Teacher of Maths to join our academy in January 2026 on a full time, permanent basis.
Are you looking for a role that will enable you to influence and give direction to the children in your classes? Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.
The Laurel Academy is an 11 to 16 Academy of 800 pupils serving the town of Mexborough and its surrounding area. The Laurel has a rich history within the town since it was established in 1904 and has numerous notable alumni including Poet Laureate Ted Hughes. Mexborough is an ex mining town with a strong sense of community and some wonderful pupils. People who visit the Academy always comment on the excellent behaviour and conduct of the pupils and the welcoming ethos of the Academy. The Laurel is a great place to work where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people. In April 2023 Ofsted rated our school ‘Good’ in all areas.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position then we would very much like to hear from you.
You will be joining an ambitious, committed and hardworking team who are passionate about the difference we can make to our young people, staff, families and the wider community.
If you would like to discuss this vacancy or visit the academy, please telephone the academy on 01709 302244.
