Five Rivers
Teacher – Maths/Science
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About The Role
As a Teacher at Clannad School, you will deliver engaging Maths and Science lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of our learners. You will play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, develop essential skills, and re-engage with education.
This role involves working with children and young people who may not thrive in mainstream settings and require a flexible, creative, and therapeutic approach to learning. You will be responsible for planning and delivering personalised lessons, tracking progress, and supporting each pupil’s individual journey.
Our Approach
Clannad School is committed to trauma-informed practice, ensuring every young person feels safe, respected, and understood. You will work within a therapeutic model, supported by a strong multi-disciplinary team and regular professional development opportunities.
Many of the pupils we support have experienced disruption in their education, so we are seeking a teacher who is resilient, compassionate, and committed to making a difference.
Working With Us
In This Role, You Will
- Plan and deliver high-quality Maths and Science lessons
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs
- Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment
- Assess, monitor, and track pupil progress
- Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team
- Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
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Hours of Work
- Monday to Friday
- 37.5 hours per week
- Term time only (aligned with local authority academic dates)
Location
- Clannad School, Orpington
- School-based role
Salary
- £31,689 – £37,932 per annum
Why Join Five Rivers?
- Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Comprehensive training (internal and external)
- Employee Support Programmes
- Blue Light Card
- Enhanced maternity package (after 1 year of service)
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Long service recognition awards
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience teaching Maths and/or Science
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
- A flexible, child-centred approach to teaching
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Right to work in the UK
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Experience in specialist or alternative education is beneficial, but we also welcome applicants with transferable skills and a passion for supporting young people.
Key Information
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Reason for Vacancy: Replacement (Maths/Science Lead leaving August 2026)
- Line Manager: Utibe-Abasi Umoren (Headteacher)
- Closing Date: 26 June 2026
- Shortlisting Date: 30 June 2026
- Interview Location: Orpington Hall
- Interview Panel: UU, MG, JF
Apply Today
If you are enthusiastic about delivering engaging Maths and Science education in a trauma-informed, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
Submit your application today or contact our recruitment team on 01722 435750 (option 2) for more information.
Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
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