Maths Teacher, Queen Elizabeth High School, Carmarthen (Permanent) from Sept 2026

Salary: £32,731 - £51,942 (MPR2 - UPR3)

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About the vacancy

Vacancy ID: 2611

Organisation:

Schools

Number of vacancies:

1

Contract type:

Permanent Full Time

Location:

Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire

Grade:

School Teachers

Salary:

£32,731 - £51,942 (MPR2 - UPR3)

If part time, the full time salary quoted (which is based on full time equivalent) will be pro-rata'd accordingly

Hourly Rate :

£24.72 - £30.04

Contract Hours

35hrs

Come and join our team

Required for September 2026, a highly motivated and well qualified full-time permanent teacher of Maths. Candidates should possess the skills and experience to teach across the full ability range at KS3 and KS4. The opportunity to teach at KS5 may also be available for a suitable candidate. The successful candidate will join a large and supportive Maths team.

The Maths Department is a successful one and a large number of pupils pursue the subject beyond GCSE. Our aim is to provide challenging and engaging experiences for all pupils and we are seeking an individual who has a passion for the subject and is able to motivate and challenge learners.

Applications should be made via the application form and accompanied by a letter setting out your experience, philosophy for teaching and learning and how you would contribute to the development of maths and wider aspects of children's learning in our school. For further information please contact - Mrs D Roulston-Jones: Deborah.Roulston-Jones@qehs.carms.sch.uk

Job Description:

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DBS level:

An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk

Welsh language level - verbal

Level 1 - You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level..

Closing Date: 05/01/2026, 23:55

The Rewards

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support
• Personal development and career progression
• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. P lease Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.

How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.

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