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Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.Job Title: Maths Teacher (Maternity cover)Location: 3 Dimensions School, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1PBHours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pmSalary: £39,500 per annum (not pro rata)Contract: Fixed term – July 2027 | Term Time OnlyStart: October 2026UK applicants only – no sponsorship availableAbout the RoleFor some young people, success in Maths starts long before the right answer. It starts with feeling safe enough to try, developing confidence and discovering that numbers can make sense.At 3 Dimensions School, we’re looking for a creative and compassionate Maths Teacher to join our Hummingbird Site on a maternity cover contract. You’ll support students with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, SEMH, ADHD and trauma related needs, providing learning that is personalised around the individual rather than taking a one size fits all approach.You’ll teach across KS3, KS4 and Post 16, combining functional Maths, Entry Level, GCSE where appropriate and practical numeracy for everyday life. With the freedom to adapt your teaching, you can focus on what each student needs to engage, progress and begin to see themselves as capable learners.What You’ll DoDeliver engaging and differentiated Maths learning across KS3, KS4 and Post 16Teach a combination of functional Maths, Entry Level, GCSE where appropriate and practical everyday numeracyAdapt lessons around individual learning profiles, abilities and EHCP outcomesUse creative approaches including visual scaffolding, practical resources, chunking and overlearning to make Maths more accessibleUse trauma informed and low arousal approaches to help students regulate, engage and feel ready to learnIdentify gaps in knowledge and create personalised strategies that help students make meaningful progressBuild positive and trusting relationships that develop confidence, resilience and a willingness to tryTrack and assess progress while recognising that achievement can look different for every studentHelp students understand how Maths connects to independence, everyday life and preparation for adulthoodWork collaboratively with colleagues to provide consistent and individualised supportWho We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for someone who can see beyond a traditional Maths classroom and find different ways to help young people understand, engage and succeed.Essential:Experience teaching or supporting Maths learningStrong Maths knowledge with the ability to make concepts accessible and relevantConfidence differentiating learning for a wide range of abilities and individual needsStrong relationship building and classroom management skillsA patient, flexible and creative approach to teachingA commitment to inclusive and student centred educationThe ability to recognise and celebrate progress, including the smaller steps that can lead to significant achievementsFull UK Driving LicenceDesirable:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or currently working towards itExperience working within SEN, specialist education or alternative provisionExperience delivering Functional Skills, Entry Level or GCSE MathsKnowledge and understanding of EHCPs and preparation for adulthoodAbout Us3 Dimensions School is a specialist independent school for children and young people aged 7-25 with a range of complex learning, communication, social, emotional and mental health needs. Part of Outcomes First Group, we provide a nurturing, inclusive and highly personalised education that enables every learner to thrive.Operating across two purposefully designed sites, our primary provision at Chardleigh and secondary/post-16 provision at Hummingbird allow us to offer tailored learning environments that meet students’ needs at every stage of their educational journey.We support learners with a range of profiles, including Autism, ADHD, speech, language and communication needs, SEMH, PDA, attachment difficulties and the impact of trauma. Through our trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approach, we help young people build confidence, resilience, independence and the skills they need for successful futures.3 Dimensions School has a strong reputation for achieving positive outcomes for students, combining high expectations with individualised support to help young people succeed both academically and personally. Our broad curriculum, therapeutic approaches, vocational pathways and preparation for adulthood programmes ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.Why Join Us?We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase contributions“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checksFlexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:Health, wellbeing and insurance benefitsHundreds of UK and international discountsCycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment supportWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. xrnqpay Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. 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