Gateways School
Harewood
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS17 9LE

A career at Gateways School

About Gateways School

Gateways is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18. Situated on a 16 acre site in the rural village of Harewood,
Gateways is conveniently located on the main artery between Leeds and Harrogate.

Gateways is a small school, which allows staff to know their pupils, recognise their strengths and weaknesses and therefore provide a
personal education getting the best out of each and every child who come through the gates.

Aims and Ethos

Gateways  is  a  forward-thinking  school  built  on  traditional
values.

Our ethos is rooted in three core values which apply to all of
our stakeholders, that of Growth, Wellbeing & Success.

Staff Benefits*

o Free lunch during term time

o Access to either the Teachers' Pension Scheme (cost share

basis) or a DC Pension Scheme, including 4 x death in service
benefit and income protection

At Gateways we:

o Access to a staff wellbeing room

o Grow our knowledge, skills and confidence, supporting

o Access to an employee assistance programme (EAP)

others to do the same;

o Access to CPD, including The Teachers CPD Academy and

o Build our resilience and self-awareness in a kind and

TES Develop

inclusive environment;

o Achieve our full potential in preparation for the next

challenge.

o Cycle to work and electric car schemes

o Fee remission for eligible children

*subj ect to eligi bility

Teacher of Mathematics (Maternity Cover)

Introduction

We are looking to recruit an inspirational, creative and dynamic Teacher of Mathematics, to
join a highly regarded, established and extremely successful Mathematics Department.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who will convey their passion for all
areas of mathematics to pupils of all ages and abilities. You will be willing to make a full
contribution to the development and growth of mathematics throughout the school,
including the Prep Department.  You will be expected to deliver exciting and varied lessons
which engage pupils and encourage them to develop their skills and understanding
successfully. The ideal candidate should show initiative and confidence in the subject,
aiming to stretch our able pupils whilst also having the flexibility to support our less able
pupils. You will be a High School Form Tutor helping to support pupils' wellbeing.

The Mathematics Department currently offers the Edexcel iGCSE Mathematics qualification
as well as the AQA Level 2 certificate in Further Mathematics for pupils that are passionate
about the subject.

The department provides pupils with the opportunity to participate in national UK Maths
challenges (UKMT). Pupils can be part of individual challenges, which often result in
qualification for the national Kangaroo round, or team challenges that promote
communication, teamwork, mathematical curiosity and a love of problem solving.

The Mathematics Department is housed in well-equipped classrooms with recently installed
interactive whiteboards. Online support is fundamental to the teaching of mathematics at
Gateways with a range of mathematical software packages and website subscriptions, which
are available both in and out of school to staff and pupils. At lunchtimes, a “Maths Clinic” is
run where students can see members of the department for help when further assistance
with work is needed.

Key Conditions

❖ Employment Dates: Mondays & Tuesdays, 20th April 2026 – 3rd July 2026.

 A handover period in the spring term will be required. Opportunity for
employment to continue into the Autumn Term 2026/2027 with a
possibility of increased hours for the right candidate.

❖ Contract: Temporary, maternity cover.

❖ Salary: FTE annual salary of £31,293 - £45,477, depending on experience

Purpose of the Role & General Responsibilities

Purpose of the Role

General responsibilities, including personal and professional conduct

• To teach Mathematics to a high standard to mixed ability cohorts.

• Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• To promote improvement of academic standards throughout the School.

• Follow all School policies and procedures, including the Staff Code of Conduct.

• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within teaching groups and to monitor and

• Attend meetings, staff briefings and CPD sessions.

support pupil progress, growth and success in line with the expectations of the school.

• Attend all training and development days.

• To accurately track the progress and achievements of pupils within teaching groups and provide

feedback to enable them to progress at least in line with expectations.

• To be accountable for pupil progress and development within teaching groups against targets set by

the school using prior attainment data.

• To provide support and intervention for pupils at risk of under-achieving so supporting their well-

being.

• To make effective use of physical and on-line resources within and outside of lessons.

• To participate in collaborative planning and sharing good practice with other members of the

Mathematics Department.

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous development, identify opportunities for professional

development and undertake training opportunities where appropriate.

• Maintain confidentiality inside and outside the School, following all GDPR and Data Protection

legislation.

• Manage and prioritise your own workload in line with the requirements of the department and

School.

• Establish effective working relationships with professional colleagues.

• Be a role model for students through personal presentation and professional conduct.

• To contribute to the development of the curriculum area and subject specific resources.

• Present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming School environment.

• To enthuse pupils with a love of mathematics and numeracy.

• Contribute to the ethos of the School, ensuring the School’s values are displayed.

Reporting to: Subject Leader & Deputy Head

• Carry out any other duties required by the Head.

• Support School events.

Job Description

Key responsibilities

• All teachers are expected to meet the national teachers’ standards.

• Complete reports in a timely manner as specified on the school assessment and reporting schedule.

• To teach to the highest standard, aiming to be the foremost advocate of the teaching of the subject

• Refresh displays in classrooms and common areas, ensuring they are stimulating relevant.

within the department.

• To contribute to the wider life of the school through extra-curricular involvement both within and

• To keep up-to-date of new techniques and concepts in the subject.

outside of your subject.

• To ensure that correct procedures are adopted and maintained by all who work in the department.

• Organise appropriate educational visits, super-curricular opportunities and promote cross-

• To keep abreast of developments in Higher Education and with entrance procedures/requirements

for subject related courses.

• To act as a Form Tutor / Associate Form Tutor.

curricular links.

• Deliver appropriate schemes of work and/or Public Examination specifications.

• To be aware of the risk assessments for any relevant teaching spaces.

• To regularly set and mark work including examinations according to whole school policies.

• Undertake duties, including homework club, as required according to duty rota's.

• Assess pupil performance regularly and maintain accurate and up to date records of this

performance.

•

Identify opportunities to address spiritual, moral, social and cultural dimensions and thinking skills
in schemes of learning.

• Within lessons provide differentiated learning experiences setting realistic targets and include

• To promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual

opportunities for independent learning.

respect and tolerance and to model these values in one’s everyday professional life.

• Be aware of and plan for the SEND requirements of each pupil.

• Provide opportunities to stretch and challenge the more able pupils.

• To make use of technology to enhance the delivery of your subject including the use of school wide

on-line resources.

• Attend Parents Evenings as required.

• To communicate directly with parents throughout the year as necessary following school guidelines.

Please note, this job description is not a definitive list of the responsibilities
of the role. Responsibilities will be varied to meet the changing demands of the
department and the School. Job descriptions are reviewed as part of the
appraisal process.

Further information

How to Apply

Click here to visit our website and download an application form

Please send your completed application form and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to jobs@gatewaysschool.co.uk

Application Deadline:  Thursday 8th January 2026 at 8am.

Interview Date: Tuesday 20th January 2026 subject to change

Enquiries

Please contact Rhiannon Morris, PA to the Head

E-mail: jobs@gatewaysschool.co.uk

Tel: 0113 824 2770

Policies

Click here to visit our website and view our policies, including our Safeguarding policy.

Click here to visit our jobs page and view our Safer Recruitment policy.

Gateways School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expect all staff and volunteers to  share this
commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list check as well as a prohibition list check (where  applicable).