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Teacher of Maths

Harris Academy Purley · South Croydon · Croydon

Job description

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Mathematics to cover maternity leave.

At Harris Academy Purley , you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our vibrant students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
  • Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
  • Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
  • Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
  • Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
  • Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
  • Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
  • Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
  • Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
  • Have good written and spoken communication skills
  • Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
  • Have excellent time management skills
  • Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies

Benefits

Pension Scheme (TPS) + Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits

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About this school

Harris Academy Purley

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Good
Pupils
1,022
Avg teacher salary
£52,681
Pupil:teacher ratio
34.2:1
Academy trust
HARRIS FEDERATION

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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South Croydon, Croydon, CR2 6DT

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Salary
£39,370-£51,974
Contract
Fixed term or temporary
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
13 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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