Job Description

At Smile Education, we are proud to be supporting a thriving and ambitious secondary school in the Leicester area in the search for a passionate Maths Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

This is the kind of opportunity that doesn’t come around often!

The school has built a strong reputation locally for its supportive leadership team, excellent behaviour culture, and welcoming atmosphere for both staff and students. With a well-established Maths department, modern facilities, and a genuine focus on staff wellbeing and development, this role would suit a teacher looking for a school where they can truly enjoy teaching again and feel valued day to day.

Whether you are an experienced Maths Teacher looking for a fresh start, or an ECT wanting to begin your career in a school that will properly support and develop you, this opportunity offers the chance to be part of a collaborative environment where your ideas, teaching style, and passion for Maths will be appreciated.

The Role:

Full-time Maths Teacher position starting in September 2026, with flexibility to consider 4 days or job share for the right candidate

Teaching Maths across KS3 and KS4

Opportunity to teach KS5 for suitable candidates

Full teaching responsibilities including planning, marking, and assessment

Working within a supportive and experienced Maths department

Long-term opportunity with potential to become permanent

What Makes This School Stand Out?

Strong behaviour management across the school, allowing teachers to focus on teaching

Supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team

A collaborative department where resources and ideas are shared

Students who are engaged and eager to learn

Excellent support in place for ECTs and experienced teachers alike

A school that genuinely values staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Easily accessible location within the Leicester area with onsite parking available 

The Ideal Candidate:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Has experience teaching Maths within a secondary setting

Delivers engaging and challenging lessons that build confidence in students

Has strong classroom management and communication skills

Wants to make a real impact within a supportive school community

Brings energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude to the classroom

What Smile Education Offers:

Competitive pay rates between £180–£220 per day depending on experience

PAYE and Umbrella payment options available

Holiday pay at 12.07%

Free CPD and ongoing training opportunities

Dedicated support from an experienced consultant throughout your placement

Referral bonus scheme of up to £200

If you are a Maths Teacher in the Leicester area looking for an exciting new opportunity for

September within a school where you will feel supported, appreciated, and part of a strong team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Smile Education to find out more.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to

compliance checks including DBS, Barred List, Prohibited List, and qualification checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications