About Us
The Forest School, Comptons Lane, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 5NT
Teacher of Mathematics
MPR/UPR
Required from September 2026 or sooner if available
The Forest School is a highly successful, friendly and dynamic 11-16 School, committed to achieving high standards and to developing the potential of all our students and staff. The school has over 1100 students on roll with all 5 years now co-education. Summer 2025 has seen our best Mathematics results for a number of years with 84% of our students achieving a grade 4 or above and 28% achieving a grade 7 or above. A key department in the school, the Mathematics department is central to the school’s vision of success. This is evident in the recent refurbishment of 7 classrooms rooms as well as further redevelopment throughout the school. We are seeking to appoint an exceptional practitioner to join our highly successful Mathematics team.
Job Details
Salary: MPR/UPR
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full time
Location: Horsham, West Sussex
Interviews: w/c Monday 22nd June 2026
Applicants may be invited to interview once their application has been received.
What You Need to Succeed
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following;
- Qualified Teacher Status
- the ability to motivate students and achieve excellent results
- excellent organisational and ICT skills
- very good subject knowledge including Further Mathematics
- the capacity to work collaboratively and lead people
- a passion for maths and the ability to inspire and share this with young people
- a commitment to developing in the role through proactive engagement with CPD and own learning
Applications will be considered from candidates with varying levels of experience.
If you are passionate about learning, determined to build relationships with young people, committed to working with the full range of students' needs and talents, and keen to work in a forward-looking school that will support you in your professional development, The Forest School would like to hear from you.
Visits welcomed by appointment.
Further Information
The Forest School and West Sussex County Council 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 an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
Please apply via the Joining The Family/Staff Vacancies page on our website:
www.theforestschool.com
Job Reference: SCHO02502
