Teacher of Mathematics

Hours:  Full Time

Salary: Dependent on qualifications / experience up to a maximum of £49,000 pro rata

Closing Date:  2nd January 2025, Midday

Interview Date: Week Commencing 13th January 2025

Start Date: September 2025

Founded in 1802 and set in a beautiful Yorkshire valley, Ampleforth College is the world’s foremost Catholic boarding school, welcoming girls and boys of all faiths aged 11-18. Each student’s unique talents are recognised and nurtured within a welcoming community rooted in Benedictine values.

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics, who is committed to giving students the confidence to search for answers, to be enquiring, and to turn interests into enthusiasms.

Responsible to the Head of Mathematics, with close links to other departments, the successful candidate will have the ability to develop the talents of students of all abilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Ampleforth team. The successful candidate will satisfy all criteria and checks relating to suitability to work in a school environment.

The Mathematics department operates an open-door policy to all students and all are able to access regular teacher support, both in small groups and one-to-one meetings no matter what their ability. Ideas, resources and experiences are openly shared by all, ensuring the best possible provision for every student. The ideal candidate will possess a ‘can do’ approach to their role, with good organisational and planning skills.

In return, we have a great benefits package to offer, which includes:

• Free meal during working hours
• A generous Bounty scheme for referral of new staff
• Subsidised on-site gym membership
• Free car parking on site
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Staff Lodging (where available)
• A friendly and supportive working environment
• 10% Staff Discount at Ampleforth Abbey Shop and Tearooms
• Fee remission (at the Head’s discretion)

If you wish to apply for this role, then please download and complete the attached application form and return it to employment@ampleforth.org.uk

Should you have any questions regarding this position or would like further information, please contact Richard Warren, Head of Mathematics at rwa@ampleforth.org.uk

St Laurence Education Trust and Ampleforth College are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people. They expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices and procedures reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to checks by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) along with other relevant employment checks.