BLACKHEATH HIGH SCHOOL
Teacher of Maths
Required from: January 2027
Contract term: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Teacher of Maths to work in a well-resourced and flourishing Maths Department.
This is a key role which would suit an ambitious, well qualified individual wishing to make a significant impact on the success of the school and to enhance the students' education, through both curricular and co-curricular activities.
The successful candidate should be an enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher of Mathematics, able to meet the rewarding challenge of inspiring our motivated students from Year 7 to Sixth Form, both inside and outside the classroom. The successful candidate will teach Mathematics across all age groups, from Year 7 to A level. An ability to teach Further Mathematics would be an advantage. There is also the possibility of an additional allowance for a Key Stage responsibility.
About the Maths Department
Maths is an important and flourishing subject at Blackheath High with an impressive record of success at all levels and we are proud of the number of students who go on to study Mathematics and related disciplines at university. Students also enjoy taking part in Mathematics related clubs and competitions.
Students attain excellent examination results and Mathematics is a popular subject at Advanced level.
About the School
Founded in 1880 by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, Blackheath High School is a selective school for girls aged 3–18. We are fortunate to be located on the edge of the stunning Heath and within easy reach of historic Greenwich and Canary Wharf. Following an £18 million investment, our Senior School has been redeveloped to provide state-of-the-art facilities to ensure that our school environment matches the excellent standard of education we provide.
There are many good reasons to work with us. Blackheath High School has a real sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be part, too, of the wider GDST family and you’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. We also offer a variety of benefits, such as:
• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Generous pension schemes
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
For further details and an application form please click the apply button.
Applications must be received by: 23 October 2026 at 12 noon.
Interview date to be confirmed.
Blackheath High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.