Teacher of Maths

Ref: SCH-PAT-0472 

‘Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds?’  

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. 

What we are looking for 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Teacher of Maths to join the team at Carleton High School. The candidate will be responsible for securing outstanding outcomes for students through outstanding provision, as well as demonstrating high quality teaching to ensure students make accelerated progress. They will plan work in accordance with the Trust’s schemes of work, and uphold the highest standards of learning and achievement for all students. 

This is a 1 FTE, with a start date of September 2024. 

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who: 

• has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential. 
• has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students. 
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative. 

Our School: 

Carleton High School, praised as the 'Most Improved Secondary School in the North of England' in 2020, maintained its tradition of excellence. The class of 2023 achieved the highest results in the school's history, securing its place as the second top-performing high school in the Wakefield district. Guided by a commitment to providing a first-class education, values of respect, responsibility, determination, and excellence are instilled in every student. Our dedication to outstanding progress is reflected in our cutting-edge facilities, which play a vital role in elevating education to an exceptional standard, ensuring all students have access to the opportunities they deserve. 

What can we offer you?  

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:  

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities 
• Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension and West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS). 
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays).  
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance.  
• Cycle to work scheme.  
• Discounted gym membership  
• Free eyecare via Specsavers 
• Childcare vouchers 
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters). 
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2 
• Free flu vaccinations. 

Next steps:   

Please click here to view our 2022 – 2025 Trust Strategic Plan, or click here to access the Carleton High School website.   

To arrange a visit to the school, or for further information on the role, please contact admin@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk or call 01977 781555.   

Please click here  to access our website and submit your application on our Face-Ed system no later than 10:00am on Friday 17th May 2024.   

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.