Job Description

MATHS TEACHER

Northampton

Support, nurture, inspire, empower

On Track Education

On Track Education provides specialist education for young people with diverse and complex needs. Established in 2004 by a dedicated team of Special Educational Needs (SEN) teachers, we now operate eight independent schools across England. At the heart of our philosophy is a commitment to providing a nurturing, personalised, and needs-led educational experience, aiming to restore young people's self-confidence and self-motivation through flexible programmes that combine academic, vocational, and outdoor learning opportunities.

On Track Northampton

On Track Education in Northampton is an independent special school for pupils aged 11 to 18 who have education, health and care plans (EHCPs), with a variety of needs such as; social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH); autism spectrum condition (ASC) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The school opened in 2010 and was last inspected by Ofsted in June 2025, receiving judgements of 'Outstanding' in all categories.

The school's ethos is to support, inspire, nurture and empower our pupils to be their best selves. This is achieved through a holistic approach to each child, adapting to their needs and ambitions through the curriculum and pastoral support. Its motivational and progressive curriculum is underpinned by the therapeutic principles of THRIVE, supporting each young person's emotional wellbeing alongside academic achievement.

The Role

You will play a key part in helping pupils re-engage with learning, build confidence, and make meaningful progress. Key responsibilities include:

Planning and delivery of an engaging Maths curriculum that enables all pupils to enjoy learning, achieve well, and make good progress towards clearly defined outcomes Teaching clear, structured lessons that help pupils grasp and retain key concepts in their long-term memory Setting personalised learning targets based on pupils' prior attainment, ensuring individual needs and potential are recognised and supported Planning with full consideration of each pupil's special educational needs, creating inclusive, accessible learning experiences tailored to their profiles Supporting young people in developing effective strategies to manage behaviour, anger and frustration in a constructive way
For further details on this role, please visit: https://www.ontrackeducation.com/work-with-us

About you

We're looking for a dedicated and creative educator with a genuine passion for working with young people. Ideally, you will:

Have qualified teacher status Have experience delivering Maths lessons to secondary school pupils, with the ability to make learning informative, hands-on and inspiring Be passionate about supporting pupils with SEN, understanding the importance of patience, flexibility and empathy Possess a positive approach to behaviour management, helping students feel safe, respected and ready to learn Be committed to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice Have a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle, insured for business use

Why join On Track Education?

Be part of a nationwide group of schools led by innovative, supportive professionals Work in a setting that combines a holistic approach to learning with a strong focus on emotional and social development Help make a lasting difference to the lives of young people who may have been educationally overlooked in traditional settings Join a welcoming, committed and supportive team

Salary & Benefits

28,060 - 39,300 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experience

Company benefits include:

Workplace pension Online GP access Retailer discounts Wellbeing programmes Free eye tests and flu jabs
For a full list of company benefits, visit: https://www.ontrackeducation.com/work-with-us/staff-benefits

Working Hours

Full-time: Monday and Friday 8.45am and 4.45pm.

Closing Date:

Completed application forms must be submitted by 5pm, Friday 28th November 2025. Please note that applications will be viewed on receipt and we reserve the right to close the role early.

Safeguarding and equality statement

On Track Education Services is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is central to everything we do, and all staff are required to remain vigilant and responsive to any child protection concerns.

As part of our safer recruitment process, robust pre-employment checks will be carried out before any appointment is confirmed. This includes a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, as amended by the Exceptions Orders 1975, 2013 and 2020, therefore, certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and do not need to be disclosed. If disclosed in error, they will not be taken into consideration.

On Track Education is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,060.00-39,300.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/11/2025