Teacher of Mathematics

Winchester College seeks to appoint a well-qualified, able and inspiring Teacher of Mathematics. This role would be equally suitable for early career teachers as well as those with more experience. 

The successful candidate, who will teach throughout the school, will join a thriving Mathematics Department that has 15 teachers. All colleagues find the Mathematics Department a stimulating and collegiate place in which to work and teach. Mathematics teaching at Winchester College satisfies the pupils’ vast appetite for the subject, and its teachers believe that learning in Mathematics should be enjoyable, memorable, rigorous and challenging. The Mathematics Department enjoys strong links with the Science and Economics Departments; and one of its members is Mathematics Specialist to the Learning Centre (SEN). It has a flourishing and extensive outreach programme, and strong connections with local state primary, secondary schools and Winchester’s Sixth Form College. 

About Winchester College 

The school was founded by William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester, in 1382. Winchester College is a boarding and day school of over 700 pupils. In September 2022, the College welcomed day pupils – now numbering 40, including 34 girls - into the Sixth Form and will continue to do so, over time expanding the entry each year to include girl boarders in due course. 

Situated in the heart of Winchester and within easy reach of London, there are few schools in the world which can claim to be as historic, distinguished, and beautiful as Winchester College. 

Terms and Applications 

A September 2024 start date is preferred, but a November 2024 or January 2025 start date would be considered for the right candidate. 

Winchester offers a generous benefits package, including pension, private healthcare and access to on-site sports facilities, with wider support available for wellbeing and development. 

This position is a fixed-term role for 12 months (which may be extended up to a further 12 months, subject to mutual agreement), with the possibility of a permanent role for the right candidate. 

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Dan Reeve, Undermaster – dtr@wincoll.ac.uk

Further information about the school can be found at www.winchestercollege.org

Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your online application form and send a covering letter to recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: 9am, Tuesday 9 July. 

Interviews are expected to be held in July 2024. 

Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be found. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

Winchester College is a truly international community that celebrates everyone’s individuality, talents and potential and offers regular training and career development opportunities. We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We work hard to create a culture where different perspectives are valued and our staff feel valued for their individuality, and share a sense of belonging. Our aim is to reflect the diverse nature of society and of our pupil body. 

Safeguarding 

Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. Staff will receive appropriate safeguarding training which is regularly updated. 

Sustainability 

Both staff and pupils at Winchester College are committed to being the most sustainable school possible.

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