Job Description

Salary:

Competitive salary plus benefits. Accommodation may be available.

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

September 2025

Apply by:

16 May 2025

Job overview

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Are you a well-qualified Maths graduate, looking to begin your career in teaching?


This is a unique opportunity to join one of the UK's leading independent schools and develop your career, gain exceptional training, professional support and first-hand classroom experience.


During your first year in this role, you will be supported through a fully funded PGCE at the University of Buckingham, while teaching a reduced timetable within our energetic and vibrant Mathematics faculty.


Alongside the PGCE, you will receive additional support and training via Uppingham's professional development course, helping you to develop your classroom practice even further with the support of an in-school mentor.


Post-qualification, you will be able to complete your Early Career Teacher (ECT) induction years at the school, receiving continuous support from a dedicated team.

About you

We are looking for a strong, dynamic character, with excellent subject knowledge, a good Mathematics degree and the ability to establish an appropriate rapport with pupils.


Strong communication skills as well as the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential.


You will also have high personal and professional standards, with well-developed pastoral instincts.

What we offer:

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members. You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

50% Contribution towards premiums for the school's private health scheme Discount on School fees Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff Westfield healthcare Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants Contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme In house Occupational Health Service Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a 25 annual joining fee) Free staff lunches during term-time Free annual Flu vaccinations Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances Cycle to Work scheme Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer Recognised as a "Mindful" employer Recognised as "Investors in Diversity"

For further details about this unique opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button.

Closing date: Friday 16th May 2025, 9.00am.

Interviews will take place Tuesday 20th May 2025.

Applications will be considered as they are received and an appointment may be made before the closing date. Please apply as soon as possible.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KSCiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.

About

Uppingham School

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Uppingham School

Uppingham, Rutland
Leicestershire
LE15 9QE
United Kingdom

+44 1572 822216

Uppingham School is a mixed, Church of England independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding, located in Leicestershire. The secondary school, situated in Uppingham has approximately 791 students on record.



Uppingham School was founded in 1584, originally as a school for boys. In 1975 girls were admitted, and it became fully co-educational as of 2001. The majority of students attending the secondary school are boarders.

Headmaster

Dr Richard J Maloney

Values and vision

Uppingham School wants to provide students with a varied and stimulating curriculum, while nurturing them to become happy, responsible and respectful members of the community. The Leicestershire secondary school focuses on developing individual talents and nurtures students to achieve to the highest of their ability to reach their full potential. Extra-curricular activities are encouraged for pupils to gain experience outside of the classroom across sport, theatre and the arts. The school's main vision is for all students to feel a sense of belonging.

Independent School Inspectorate

"Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards work and study. They have good literacy skills at all ages and articulate ideas and opinions fluently. Work is generally presented neatly and pupils' note-taking is effective. They develop good numeracy skills and their capacity to think critically is notable. Creative abilities are well developed and their exploration of ideas is particularly marked in their enrichment activities. Pupils' study habits are good. In the lessons observed, pupils worked very well with each other, and also worked well independently. They enjoy their work and this stems in part from the good-natured atmosphere in lessons. Pupils use information and communications technology (ICT) proficiently."



View Uppingham School's latest ISI report