The College seeks to appoint an inspirational and energetic, full-time fixed term Teacher of Mathematics with immediate effect and continuing until the end of the Summer Term 2027.
The right person will have a marvellous opportunity to work in a stimulating environment, where resources, buildings, colleagues and pupils all strengthen the process of teaching and learning.
The position would ideally suit an experienced teacher wanting to put his or her experience to use in a different context, and with the right skills and vision to inspire and motivate young people. However, we would welcome applications from recent top-flight graduates, thinking about a teaching career and also high-calibre ECT’s.
1. Job Title: Teacher of Mathematics
2. Responsible to: The Head of Mathematics
3. Job Summary: To teach Mathematics to pupils of all abilities throughout the school. To play a full role in the development of pupils by contributing to the academic, pastoral and co-curricular life of the College
4. Person Specification
Applicants should be able to demonstrate the following:
a) Education & Training
Essential:
- Educated to good degree standard (or equivalent) in Mathematics or a closely related discipline
- Evidence of continuous personal and/or professional development
Desirable:
- Teaching qualification
- Postgraduate degree
b) Knowledge & Experience
Essential:
- An understanding of GCSE and A-level Mathematics and the importance of Mathematics in the school curriculum
- Involvement in, and support for, co-curricular activities relevant to the College
- Teaching experience GCSE and A-level – this fixed term position would not be suitable for an unqualified unless they were someone with very high potential. We would welcome high calibre ECT applicants.
Desirable:
- Experience of working in a boarding/residential environment
- The ability to teach Further Mathematics at A-level
5. Salary and Conditions
This is a full, fixed-term position.
The College has its own salary scale and the successful applicant will be remunerated at a level representing their qualifications, skills and experience. Specifics of this can be discussed with the Headmaster at interview.
The College offers generous packages of additional benefits and pay; all staff are on a salary scale above the national average and have opportunities for salary progression.
6. How to Apply
To apply and for the full job description, please visit https://www.eastbourne-college.co.uk/contact/employment-opportunities/ and click the Apply Now button to complete the required application form.
A letter of application (addressed to the Headmaster), evidencing your suitability for the post against the job description and person specification described above, and an up-to-date CV should be uploaded with this online application form.
Please also provide the contact details of three referees, one of whom should be your current employer (for teachers this means your head).
Closing date: Wednesday 09 September 2026
Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy
For further information please contact Human Resources Department on [email protected] or phone 01323 452288.
Safeguarding statement
Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
Post holders will be engaging in regulated activity.
All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Charity is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Eastbourne College (Incorporated) welcomes applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our pupil intake. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.
Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is a non-smoking establishment.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site gym
Work Location: In person
