Teacher of Maths (Part Time, 0.64 FTE)
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School:
Durham High School -
Location:
County Durham -
Salary:
Teaching will be paid on Teachers salary DHS 1-9 -
Hours:
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Contractual Status:
Fixed term -
Closing Date:
20th Apr 2026
The Department
Durham High School is looking to recruit a part time Mathematics teacher who is highly skilled and inspirational.
Our students cover the full age and ability range with many more able. Under the management of the Head of Department, you will build on past successes and play a vital role in maintaining the popularity and enjoyment of the subject across all Key Stages.
The Department will consist of two full-time teachers and two part-time teachers and occupies three dedicated classrooms, with interactive whiteboards, and a shared department workspace.
The Department has fostered a caring approach to teaching all students, being very mindful that some students find Mathematics extremely difficult. Equally however, the Department enjoys working with our gifted and talented students who strive for top grades and are aiming for highly competitive universities.
The Department broadly follows the National Curriculum, using a variety of resources. At the end of Key Stage 4 pupils’ sit either iGCSE Edexcel Foundation Tier or Higher Tier. Additionally, pupils in
the higher set sit AQA Level 2 Further Mathematics qualification.
At A Level, pupils also sit Edexcel Mathematics with the brightest often opting for Further Mathematics as an additional A Level. Each year, a number of our pupils are required to sit university entrance examinations such as BMAT, UKAT, MAT, STEP. In such cases, the Mathematics Department offers pupils individual support to maximise their chances of success.
To apply:
Please complete the application form and submit as a pdf document, with a covering letter of no more than two sides of A4 (pdf), outlining your reasons for applying and why you will be a good fit for our school community.
Your application should be addressed for the attention of the Headmistress and sent by email to: headmistress@durhamhighschool.com
Closing date for applications: Thursday 16 April, 9.00am
Interviews will be held Week commencing 20 April 2026.
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Durham High School is a leading independent school in the North East, we consistently achieve the highest GCSE and A Level results in County Durham. In December, we were proud to be named The Sunday Times Independent Secondary School of the Year 2025 – a reflection of the outstanding education and care we offer. It is an exciting time to take on the role as we recently announced a phased move to co-education from September 2025.
While the structure of our school evolves, our foundation remains the same. Academic excellence, personal development, and our Christian ethos continue to guide all that we do. Our aim is to nurture each pupil’s potential and to foster a lifelong love of learning.
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