Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Teacher Job Overview

Our Vision Statement: "We nurture independent learners who are prepared for adult life."

• To work with local authorities, parents, carers and other agencies to provide a nurturing and collaborative environment that develops aspiration, engagement and independence.
• To ensure everyone is respected, valued and supported to achieve the very best that they can.

Minerva May School is a brand-new specialist provision for children and young people aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism, ASC and associated challenges. With state-of-the-art specialist facilities and a mission to provide a nurturing and aspirational environment, we are proud to support students in developing the skills, confidence and resilience they need to succeed in learning and life.

We are now looking to appoint an innovative, trauma-informed, and experience Mathematics Teacher, to join our progressive team and play a key role in nurturing independent learners who are prepared for adult life.

Key Responsibilities

As a SEMH Mathematics Teacher at Minerva May School, you will be responsible for teaching students with SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD, and other associated needs. This teaching will occur within a small group setting.

All our students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) crafted based on the outcomes and aims outlined in their EHCPs. These plans identify strategies and interventions tailored to support their specific needs. The primary objective of this role is to provide high quality Mathematics education (and excellent pastoral support for a tutor group) to establish a secure foundation for achieving high standards across the school. At Minerva May School, you will:

• Undertake the teaching of students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), covering a range of SEN needs and ages, particularly focusing on learners with SEMH needs and other related needs.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning for all students.
• Be accountable for the attainment and progress of all students.
• Support students in making progress across the curriculum, differentiating as needed.
• Produce student SEN passports, monitor social communication development, and contribute to provision mapping, annual reviews, and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for students.
• Support staff training to meet the needs of the students.
• Guide the work of Learning and Pastoral Support (LPS) and Higher Level Learning and Pastoral Support (HLPS) who work with students who have EHCPs.
• Provide pastoral support and guidance for all students.
• Contribute to the overall development of the teaching and learning area across the school.

• Passionate about Mathematics, with a clear understanding of how these subjects empower students to thrive as independent, informed, and responsible young people.
• Experienced and confident in planning and delivering high-quality, adaptive lessons that are accessible, engaging, and inclusive.
• Skilled in trauma-informed practice, with the ability to build trusting relationships and promote emotional literacy, self-regulation, and resilience.
• Committed to the values of Collaboration, Aspiration, Resilience and Empowerment, aligning with the ethos of Minerva May School.
• Collaborative and reflective, able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Adaptable and proactive, with a growth mindset and a willingness to contribute to wider school life.
• If you are motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people and believe in the power of education to transform futures, we would love to hear from you.

• A brand-new, state-of-the-art specialist school designed to support students with SEMH, ASC, ADHD and associated needs.
• A supportive and forward-thinking staff team, where collaboration and professional growth are genuinely valued.
• A strong culture of wellbeing, with a commitment to trauma-informed and restorative approaches embedded in daily practice.
• High-quality training and professional development, including opportunities to deepen your expertise in Mathematics and SEND/SEMH practice.
• The chance to make a real impact, helping to nurture independent learners who are prepared for adult life.
• An inclusive, aspirational ethos shaped by our core values: Collaboration, Aspiration, Resilience and Empowerment.
• Opportunities to contribute to whole-school development, shaping curriculum and pastoral approaches in a growing, specialist setting.
• If you are looking for a meaningful role in a school that genuinely puts students’ development and wellbeing at the heart of everything, Minerva May School could be the right place for you.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the application form available and submit it by email to christianprattjones@minervamayschool.org by 21st May 2025.

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy early if we successfully appoint a candidate who is well matched to the role before the stated closing date.

Minerva May School and its proprietors is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to uphold and share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online social media checks and pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment guidance.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in educational leadership.

For further information please visit our school website on: www.minervamayschool.org