About this role
Part of the Kingfisher Schools Trust
Tel: 01502 713223
Salary: MPS- UPS Permanent Full Time Required January 2027
Sir John Leman High School is seeking to appoint a talented, ambitious teacher with a passion for Maths to join our successful school; a school committed to delivering high quality, innovative learning experiences for its students; a school where results are strong at both GCSE and A Level. Full-time and part-time applications are welcome, including from ECTs and experienced teachers.
The successful candidate will:
Have the capacity to maintain consistently high attainment through motivating and inspiring students and colleagues Be able to teach KS3 and KS4, with KS5 desirable. Applications from ECTs are welcome Be committed to delivering a high-quality Teaching and Learning experience Be confident with IT and willing to develop personal skills working with new technology Be able to work in a strong, closely knit team, supporting developments in the maths curriculum Be well informed on current educational issues Have drive, enthusiasm, resilience and humour We can offer you:
A dynamic and well-resourced department A school which is proud of the exceptional progress and achievement of its young people with strong results over a number of years A school inspected in April 2026 and judged to have met the expected standard in every evaluated area A department with strong and improving results A school committed to the well-being and professional development of staff About Sir John Leman High school
Sir John Leman High School is a mixed comprehensive secondary school and sixth form, situated in the historic market town of Beccles, Suffolk, on the edge of the Norfolk Broads. Sir John Leman High School focuses on four key areas: achievement, ethos and values, opportunities and relationships. It aims to create a friendly, purposeful environment characterised by high expectations and exemplary standards of behaviour.
Every student is valued as an individual and helped to develop confidence and self-esteem and to achieve in all areas of school life. Creativity is encouraged, as is risk-taking in a caring and supportive environment. The school aspires to create excellent relationships, shared aspirations and an ethos of co-operation and respect.
At the heart of our success is a passionate team of dedicated professionals who understand that every second of education counts. We are united by a deep commitment to our students and the community we serve. They are the very core of our purpose. Every moment, every lesson, every day is a vital opportunity to inspire, challenge, and support each child to achieve their very best. We believe, without compromise, that with the right environment and encouragement, every student has the potential to achieve greatness.
As proud members of the Kingfisher Schools Trust, we are guided by the shared values of opportunity, community, and excellence. These values are more than aspirations; they are embedded in every decision we make and every interaction we have. We believe in providing all students with meaningful opportunities to grow and succeed, fostering a strong sense of belonging within a supportive community, and setting the highest expectations in everything we do.
This is the Kingfisher Spirit in action — a belief that with the right environment, encouragement, and ambition, every young person can soar.
Kingfisher Schools Trust offers a wide range of benefits including:
Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development Access to a wide variety of training courses through The National College Generous pension schemes (whether TPS or LGPS) Employee assistance scheme including access to online counselling, Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and Muscular skeletal sessions. Flu Voucher Scheme Optical reimbursement scheme Employee Benefits scheme (PerkBox), including salary sacrifice schemes for cycle to work and car lease National pay scales and policies Family friendly policies If you have any questions, or would like to arrange a visit to our school, please contact [email protected]
How to apply:
For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our website to apply via the online application form.
Please refer to the job description for full person specification.
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as the closing date for this vacancy may be altered if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Closing Date: 19 October, 2026, 12 noon
Interview Date: 22 October, 2026
Our school is part of Kingfisher Schools Trust. The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be part of the pre-employment screening process for this role. An application form must be completed in full; CVs alone cannot be accepted.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.