An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a full time Teacher of Maths to join us, with experience of teaching, or potential to teach, up to GCSE A* standard.

Governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, inspirational and highly motivated teacher to join our strong, forward-thinking, successful team. You will work in a supportive and enthusiastic department that inspires both learners and colleagues to reach their full potential. 

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• deliver creative and engaging lessons which challenge and inspire learners

• are reflective practitioners, always willing to refine and improve their practice, with the highest expectations of themselves and those around them

• are strong team players who are collaborative with first-class interpersonal skills; approachable on both a professional and personal level

• are resilient and driven to ensure that every learner reaches their potential.

Our school is a ‘We Invest In Wellbeing’ Investors in People Gold Award holder, and is committed to creating a supportive working environment where staff wellbeing and professional development is prioritised. Our family friendly policies include access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to work from home. The school operates an extensive Professional Learning Programme which is incorporated into the timetable for an additional period per fortnight for all teaching staff, and is piloting a work from home approach which allows teaching staff to be off site for approximately 20% of their non contact time. Staff also benefit from access to our on site fitness suite.

Governors and staff have very high expectations of what can be achieved in our school and we want talented individuals to join us to translate these expectations and aspirations into reality.

Islwyn High School is situated near Blackwood in Gwent. The school was purpose built in 2017 comprising a single three storey building. It’s modern design includes state of the art facilities for subjects such as Science and Technology, a full size sports hall, performance hall and music suite, as well as a floodlit 4G sports pitch and fitness suite. IT and audio visual facilities available in all classrooms reflect significant investment in the teaching and learning environment for our pupils.

Closing date for applications: - 9am Tuesday 5th May 2026