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Maths teacher / Middle School - Dorchester

  1. Maths
  2. Somerset
Date posted : 29/10/26
  1. Full Time
£168.80 - 232.40 per day

Job description

Maths Teacher (Years 5-8) - Dorchester

Start After Half Term / December 2026

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Maths Teacher to join a welcoming middle school in the Dorchester area. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about mathematics and enjoys helping pupils develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.

The successful candidate will primarily teach Mathematics across Years 5 to 8, with some additional responsibility for covering Science lessons when required. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive school community and make a real impact on pupils during a crucial stage of their education.

The Role:

  • Teach engaging and inspiring Maths lessons to pupils in Years 5-8
  • Provide occasional Science cover where required
  • Plan, prepare and deliver lessons that support progress for all learners
  • Assess and monitor pupil achievement, providing constructive feedback
  • Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and wider school staff

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
  • Experience teaching Maths within KS2, KS3, or a middle school setting
  • Ability to confidently deliver Mathematics across a range of abilities
  • Some experience or confidence covering Science lessons
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills
  • Passionate about supporting pupils to achieve their full potential

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay rates, paid to scale where applicable
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities
  • Opportunity to secure a long-term placement with potential for a permanent role
  • Supportive and welcoming school environment

How to Apply:

If you are a committed Maths Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Dorchester, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of employment and education history (where applicable). All applicants will be subject to Teaching Personnel's safeguarding and vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS and referencing checks.

Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career with Teaching Personnel.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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