Teacher of Mathematics

The School has its own salary scale and offers generous non-contractual benefits, well above the maintained sector, to attract high-calibre candidates. Accommodation may also be available for the successful applicant. There is a very strong commitment at Hampton to supporting the continuing professional development of colleagues.

The School has its own salary scale and offers generous non-contractual benefits, well above the maintained sector, to attract high-calibre candidates. There is a very strong commitment at Hampton to supporting the continuing professional development of colleagues.

The Hampton School Trust Governors currently offer the following non-contractual benefits to staff, subject to any terms and conditions and the School's eligibility requirements: private medical insurance; death-in-service benefit insurance policy; a Medicash healthcare cash plan; enrolment in appropriate Pension Scheme, personal accident insurance, School fee remission, cycle to work scheme, lunch, sports facilities, and counselling.

Hampton School is pleased to be a London Living Wage employer.

Please note that the above list is not exhaustive and non-contractual benefits are provided at the discretion of the Governors.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as Sponsorship is not available.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics to join a large, forward-thinking and high-achieving department, in an outstanding School.

Over 300 Hampton boys study Mathematics in the Sixth Form, of whom around 40% take Further Mathematics. The Department is renowned as one of the best in the country. Our young mathematicians have in recent years been crowned champions in the prestigious UK Maths Team Challenge and the Hans Woyda competition, they excel in individual competitions such as the British Maths Olympiad and many go on to read Mathematics at top Universities.

The School is proud of its large and vibrant Mathematics Department who are all passionate about their subject and help ensure every boy achieves to the best of his ability. In this academically selective school, the challenges include stretching the most able up to Oxbridge level, therefore the ability to teach Mathematics up to and including Further Mathematics and Oxbridge entrance with confidence is desirable but not essential.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach up to 30 (40 minute) lessons per week, which may include a games afternoon' and a form tutor period.

A contribution to the wider life of the School is also expected from staff at Hampton and the successful candidate will be welcome to take part in the wide range of co-curricular School activities - Sport, Music, Drama, the Adventure Society and many more.

The appointee must subscribe fully to Hampton's distinctive ethos, and understand how academic study, pastoral care and co-curricular activities contribute equally within it.

The post would suit a well-qualified Teacher of Mathematics with experience of teaching in a highly academic setting or an aspiring graduate.

• To teach the Mathematics curriculum to an excellent standard and to promote and contribute to the overall provision within the Mathematics Department e.g. clubs and competitions, as well as to the School's co-curricular programmes
• To continually update knowledge regarding 'best practice' in the teaching of Mathematics through personal reading, research, and training
• To promote and maintain the high standards of pupil achievement and contribute to the development of outstanding teaching practice across the department
• To complete all student assessment requirements, including the regular marking of homework and coursework, as required
• To assess, record and track the progress of the students according to the expectations of the Deputy Head (Academic) and the School's policies
• To use performance data for pupil target setting and progress monitoring
• To deliver teaching of a high standard and to work to promote and maintain standards of achievement across the Department
• To contribute to the pastoral care of pupils as a Form Tutor and the delivery of the PSHE curriculum
• To maintain standards of discipline in line with Hampton School policies
• To attend parent and pupil meetings, as required
• To work collaboratively as part of a large department
• To attend in whole school and departmental INSET and contribute to the evaluation and progress of the Mathematics curriculum

Hampton teaching staff enjoy a range of attractive benefits, including generous holiday provision and salaries enhanced above maintained sector scales. Private health insurance cover is provided, along with free lunches in a dedicated staff dining room, and excellent CPD provision. Subsidised single accommodation within School-owned properties in the local area may also be available for new colleagues. Those with children who meet the Hampton Pre-Prep & Prep School and/or senior school entrance requirements are eligible for substantial fee remission. A reciprocal fee remission arrangement is offered to staff whose daughters meet the entry criteria for our neighbouring girls' school, Lady Eleanor Holles.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Alongside those joining us from university PGCE courses or as experienced teachers, we recruit talented people from a variety of sectors, including post-doctoral research, universities, industry, and commerce. Successful candidates who are new entrants to the teaching profession are supported towards qualified teacher status (QTS) via an in-post PGCE course offered in conjunction with the University of Buckingham.

Hampton is a highly regarded name on any teaching CV and our School often acts as a professional springboard. Many colleagues have successfully moved on to middle or senior leadership roles; several former members of the Common Room have been appointed as HMC/GSA Heads over recent years.

We are especially proud to have been one of only a handful of schools nationally awarded the ISI's rare 'Significant Strength' endorsement, in recognition of our co-curricular programme and its impact on pupils' wellbeing, behaviour and achievement. Inspectors were struck by the curiosity, enthusiasm and kindness of our boys, and equally impressed by the expertise of Hampton's teaching and support staff. A copy of the full ISI report can found on the School website and a summary booklet of the inspection team's key findings is linked here.

In September 2026, Hampton and our neighbouring girls' school, Lady Eleanor Holles (LEH), formalised their longstanding partnership, building on decades of close collaboration to create even more opportunities for pupils. Each School retains its own identity, leadership and governing board, while pupils benefit from an enhanced programme of joint clubs, competitions, leadership initiatives and shared facilities.

In September 2026, Hampton also announced the formation of the Hampton Schools' Trust, bringing together Hampton, Hampton Pre-Prep and Prep, Newland House School and Kew College Prep - four strong, like-minded charitable schools in South West London. The Trust will formally come into effect from January 2027, with each School retaining its own name, leadership and governing board.

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Due to the popularity of the subject in Sixth Form, along with the number of pupils taking Further Mathematics, we have a staff of 24 teachers, who are all passionate about their subject. The Hampton Mathematics department is one of the biggest in the country, and our collective goal is to help each individual reach their potential. There is a broad mix of experienced teachers and those nearer the beginning of their careers.

The Department has a strong team feeling, with staff fully involved in developing policy and taking responsibility for various areas of the Mathematics curriculum and the running of the Department.

There are currently over 300 boys taking Mathematics in the Sixth Form in 20 A Level sets and 14 Further Mathematics sets.

In 2026, 94% of boys achieved 8/9 (A*) grades at IGCSE Mathematics, 79% achieved A/A* at A Level and 73% achieved A/A* in Further Mathematics. Further information can be found on the School website via the following link https://hamptonschool.org.uk/academic/examinations/

Mathematics is taught in Form groups in the First and Second Years. These groups are mixed ability (within the narrow limits of the selective nature of the intake). Extension and support classes supplement the provision.

There is semi-setting in the Third Year and full setting in the Fourth and Fifth Years. Eleven sets will take Edexcel IGCSE. The top six sets will also take AQA Level 2 Further Mathematics.

There is a large departmental office, with work areas, suitable reference books, teaching materials and supplies of examination papers and worksheets. All classrooms are equipped with interactive white boards and all teachers are provided with a laptop.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience

• Commitment to the paramount importance of the safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils
• A good honours degree in Mathematics or Mathematics related course from a leading university
• An enthusiastic commitment to all aspects of the Mathematics programmes of academic and co-curricular activities across the age range
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office) including the use of appropriate online platforms for remote learning and the ability to embrace the use of technology in the classroom (All teaching staff are supplied with a laptop computer)
• The ability to demonstrate characteristics of outstanding teaching practice
• An awareness of the demands of teaching bright students and a commitment to fostering high academic achievement in an academically selective school setting
• The ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a member of a large team
• A professional, collaborative approach that inspires confidence in pupils, parents and colleagues
• Calmness and efficiency, with the ability to work under pressure when required to do so
• Commitment to continuing professional development through attendance at INSET courses
• A keen eye for detail and a high level of administrative ability
• Willingness to contribute to the rich programme of co-curricular departmental activities and competitions
• Assiduous and willing to avoid the '9 to 4 approach'
• Commitment to the all-round ethos of the School, including its co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
• A willingness to organise and lead Mathematics day visits and residential trips
• An understanding of appropriate Health and Safety requirements.

• To act as Fire Marshal and First Aider as required. Training will be provided.
• Any other reasonable tasks required by the Headmaster and/or Bursar in association with the above role.

Please note that there may be some changes and additions to the above. This document is designed to provide applicants with a "flavour" of the position and responsibilities and is not necessarily comprehensive, however, the employee may be called on to perform other tasks as directed by the Headmaster or anyone acting on their behalf.

• Where necessary, to undergo on the job training under the general direction of the Head of Department to increase competence,proficiency and safety awareness
• To attend INSET training outside the school where appropriate to increase competence, proficiency and safety awareness