Job Introduction
We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, highly skilled, and passionate Teacher of Mathematics to join our dedicated maths department at The Vyne Community School.
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional mathematics practitioner who is committed to ensuring every student achieves both academic success and personal excellence. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience, mathematical fluency, and problem-solving skills of our students, delivering engaging lessons with vision, enthusiasm, and high expectations.
At The Vyne Community School, our motto, Inspiring Excellence, underpins everything we do. We are looking for a teacher who embodies our core values of Determination, Opportunity, Valour, and Empathy, and who is driven by the pursuit of mathematical rigour alongside holistic student development.
This is a prestigious opportunity to join a rapidly improving, vibrant school community where high academic standards in mathematics and strong student support go hand in hand. We are seeking an individual with the ambition and determination to ensure every student, regardless of their starting point, receives the support, challenge, and opportunities needed to thrive in mathematics.
About Us
The Vyne Community School is a welcoming and ambitious school at the heart of the Basingstoke community. We are a school with clear direction, strong momentum, and are on a determined journey towards becoming an exceptional school. Central to this vision is our commitment to:
Inspiring excellence through high-quality teaching and learning.
Securing strong academic outcomes in mathematics for every student.
Creating meaningful opportunities for all young people to succeed.
Building a culture rooted in determination, valour, and empathy for both students and staff.
Our teaching staff play a vital role in fostering an environment where students feel safe, valued, and supported to achieve their very best. We believe that exceptional subject teaching is fundamental to outstanding educational outcomes and personal growth.
The Role
As Teacher of Mathematics, you will:
Deliver inspiring, high-quality mathematics lessons across the age and ability range.
Focus relentlessly on student progress, growth, and achievement in mathematics.
Foster a positive learning environment where students build confidence, resilience, and mathematical problem-solving skills.
Recognise every step of progress and celebrate individual and collective achievement along the way.
Demonstrate the courage to challenge underperformance, the empathy to support students through difficulties, and the vision to create opportunities that enable every young person to flourish.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Induction: A structured and supportive induction programme, including subject-specific mentoring.
Work-Life Balance: A working culture that actively advocates for personal and family time.
Wellbeing Support: A collaborative staff wellbeing strategy incorporating 12% PPA time, protected UPR time, and wellbeing lessons.
Professional Development: Strong commitment to continuous professional development, including opportunities through the National College of Education (up to Level 7) and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs).
Career Growth: Clear opportunities for career progression, curriculum development, and teaching leadership.
Leadership Support: A supportive and ambitious senior leadership team committed to staff development.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to share your passion for mathematics, shape the lives of young people, and contribute to a school that is truly Inspiring Excellence.
At The Vyne Community School, we are committed to developing both our students and our staff, providing opportunities to grow, lead, and succeed. We are seeking a lifelong learner who is committed to their own professional mastery and to developing rounded, high-achieving young people prepared for success in modern Britain.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. If you are a talented Mathematics teacher who wants to make a genuine impact in an ambitious and supportive school, we would be delighted to hear from you.
How to Apply
For further details, please contact Helen Hall, Personnel Officer, at h.hall@vyne.hants.sch.uk or call 01256 473003.
Applications should be made using the Hampshire County Council Teaching Staff application form. In your personal statement, please outline:
Your vision for outstanding mathematics teaching and learning.
The subject knowledge, skills, and qualities you would bring to the mathematics department.
How your experience to date has prepared you for this position.
How you would promote our values of Determination, Opportunity, Valour, and Empathy within your classroom.
We welcome visits from prospective candidates. To arrange a visit or discuss the role, please contact the school.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026
(We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.)
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
