Job Description

Woodkirk Academy

Leeds

Salary:

MPS/UPS plus 4,000 Recruitment and Retention bonus if applicable

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

05 January 2026

Apply by:

13 October 2025

Job overview

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics to join one of the most successful schools in the city. Working as part of our Maths Department you will have the opportunity to teach across the 11-18 age range which includes our sixth form whose outcomes this year represent the highest achieved to date, ranking Woodkirk as one of the most successful sixth form providers within the area.

This post is suited to a Newly Qualified or experienced Teacher. For Newly Qualified Teachers, the school is able to offer excellent support and mentoring for new entrants to the profession.

To succeed in the role, you will have:

A degree, or equivalent experience, with a teaching qualification Proven ability to teach outstanding lessons across the 11-18 age range, with first class classroom management skills The ability to work in collaboration with other members of staff to further the department Exceptional personal organisation and time management skills A firm understanding of key national and educational policies and issues The ability to inspire high achievement in young people from all backgrounds A clear commitment to improving your own and others' performance through effective continuous professional development


A recruitment and retention bonus of 4,000 is payable to teachers who are new to Woodkirk or returning teachers who have not been employed with us during the last 2 years. 2,000 is payable on appointment and a further 2,000 is payable at the start of the 2nd year.

Woodkirk Academy is a high performing, successful, well established, fully comprehensive, co-educational 11-18 maintained Academy. We have a proud record in academic, intellectual, social and sporting, musical, dramatic and community developments. Our latest Ofsted report noted a 'passion and commitment to continuous improvement' and that 'leadership at all levels is focused on the progress of pupils.'

Woodkirk enjoys an excellent reputation as an employer and our ethos and working practices are well regarded. We take pride in looking after staff and supporting everyone in their roles in order to deliver excellent education to our students.

Applicants are welcome to visit the Academy prior to application. Please contact Nathan Cunnington, Director of Mathematics at n.cunnington@woodkirk.leodis.org.uk to arrange a convenient time and date.

Application packs can be downloaded from our website.

All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, two references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring


Services check (DBS), medical clearance and provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK and evidence of qualifications.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be required to teach a lesson, details of which will be provided with the invite to interview.

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About

Woodkirk Academy

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Woodkirk Academy

Rein Road, Tingley, Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF3 1JQ
United Kingdom

+44 113 887 3600

Woodkirk is a well established, fully comprehensive, co-educational 11-19 Academy. We have a proud record in academic, intellectual, social, sporting, musical, dramatic and community developments.




We aim to provide a safe, happy and ordered environment, where all young people have the maximum opportunities to fully develop their individual skills and abilities. We try to ensure learning in all its various forms for all students, irrespective of ability and background.




The school is proud to reflect traditional values but we also employ the best of modern practice and teaching delivered by well qualified, experienced and enthusiastic staff. Our popularity and community standing continue to grow annually and are second to none in the locality.




Woodkirk is an exciting place to work and we welcome your interest in our school. We hope that you will choose to apply to become part of our community and start a long and productive partnership.

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