Secondary 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 #teamOFG.

Job Title : Secondary Maths Teacher

Location : Oakham Shires School, Rutland, LE15 6JB

Salary : Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience — not pro rata)

Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8 : 30am – 4 : 30pm

Contract : Permanent, Term Time Only

Eligibility : This role does

not offer sponsorship

Please Note :

Interviews will be held on

Tuesday 7th October

About the Role

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Secondary Maths Teacher to join our close-knit team at Oakham Shires School, part of Options Autism.

You'll be responsible for delivering GCSE Maths, supporting students across the school, and leading the subject as a Maths Subject Lead.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of autistic pupils who have struggled in mainstream education and need a tailored, compassionate approach.

What You’ll Be Doing

Teaching Maths up to GCSE level in small class groups (max. 6 pupils)

Supporting learners with autism and developmental trauma, helping close gaps in learning

Leading on the Maths curriculum and supporting cross-school development

Adapting lessons to meet a wide range of abilities and individual needs

Creating a calm, supportive, and engaging classroom environment

Working with a team of passionate educators and therapists to help every child thrive

What We’re Looking For

QTS / BEd / PGCE or equivalent

Proven experience of teaching Maths at GCSE level

Experience supporting SEN and / or disadvantaged learners

A compassionate, calm, and emotionally intelligent approach

Understanding of autism, trauma-informed practices, and behaviour as communication

Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About Us

Oakham Shires School is an Independent SEN School, part of the Options Autism group.

Students are supported to achieve their Outcomes within their Education Health Care Plan, develop life skills, and achieve accreditations in Maths, English and Science

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to students, young people 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.

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