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Teacher of Maths
Plashet, City of London Academy
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Posted 6 days ago
About this role
About Us City of London Academies Trust believes strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage. We understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unashamedly academic and unapologetically results driven. Each of our schools adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support. Our level of care means we never compromise on standards or expectations, ensuring that no student’s background becomes a reason for lowering the bar. Our schools maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits. As a result, our schools provide an environment where our teachers can teach, and students can learn without disruption. We take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture. COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to bethe best. We believe exceptional leaders and teachers create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London, and we combine the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust. About you You will be fully aligned with our approach, understanding the critical role you play in shaping a behavioural and learning culture within our school. You will be adept at using direct instruction pedagogy and delivering a well sequenced, knowledge rich curriculum. Dynamic, inspiring and highly effective, you will strive to surpass what has been achieved. You will be committed to creating an environment that promotes academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement. This is an exciting time to be part of the City of London Academies Trust, and we very much hope that you will be inspired to want to join us. We are committed to investing in the next generation of COLAT people who will embody the Trust’s culture, values and ethos. Our Academy (academy completes) Plashet Academy offers: • A high achieving, over-subscribed girl’s school producing excellent rates of student progression and examination results. • A happy school where students want to learn and staff are able to inspire a love for their subject. • A stimulating learning environment where we as staff are as active in, and committed to, learning as our students. • A professional environment that is focused on maintaining staff well-being supported by manageable teaching contact time, meeting cycles and assessment, recording and reporting expectations. • An excellent ECT development programme. • The opportunity to work in a highly regarded school, that is part of a highly regarded trust and as part of a strong and stable staff team. • Tailored professional development and training. • An exceptional Maths team as featured in the Government’s Schools White Paper, Every child achieving and thriving (HTML version) - GOV.UK, published on 23rd February 2026. About the role (academy completes) The successful applicant will have: • Expert subject knowledge and pedagogy. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • An unerring commitment to comprehensive education. • The ability to deliver excellent student outcomes. • A strong commitment to their professional development. How to Apply If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words. Applications must be submitted via the My New Term portal. Closing date for applications is 8.00am on 20th November 2026 City of London Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment. City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values. Our school is based in the heart of an evolving community in East Ham , and we value the diversity of our workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team. The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. City of London Academies Trust Company Registration No. 04504128.