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Teacher of Mathematics
- Organisation: Thornton College
- Location: Buckinghamshire
- Tenure: Part-time
- Closing Date: Friday 27 February 2026
Thornton College is a leading independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls set within 27 acres of beautiful parkland just outside Buckingham and within easy reach of Milton Keynes and conveniently located between Oxford & Cambridge.
For September 2026, Thornton College is seeking to appoint a part-time Teacher of Mathematics to teach across the ability range at KS3, KS4 and KS5, including Further Mathematics. The post is for 2 days per week, which may be timetabled across three days.
Our 2024 CSI Inspection judged the school to be ‘Outstanding’ in all areas and our most recent (2025) ISI Inspection commented positively on the ‘rapid’ academic progress made by students across the school and the ‘high levels of self-esteem and self-confidence' evident in the student body. We are accredited by both NACE and the British Council (International Schools Award) and in 2025 were shortlisted as Independent Girls’ School of the Year. The successful candidate can be sure of working with a team of extremely dedicated staff in a very motivating, forward-thinking school environment. The school offer a range of staff benefits including generous fee remission for eligible children, free onsite parking, and access to our extensive grounds and facilities.
The ideal candidate will be not just enthusiastic, but deeply passionate about the teaching and learning of Mathematics, with the vision, commitment and determination to continue raising standards for all our students. We welcome applications from all, including ECT and developing teachers.
She/he will inspire and challenge our young people to enable them to develop into highly effective, independent learners and achieve their potential as individuals, both during their time at Thornton and in the future.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We offer a friendly and supportive work environment, generous – pro-rata fee remission and free parking set in 25 acres of wonderful grounds.
Closing Date for applications: 27th February 2026
Interviews: w/c 2nd March 2026
We encourage early applications as Thornton College reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the application process.
Thornton College will carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates in line with the updated guidance from KCSIE to identify any incidents or issues, related to suitability to work with children, that may need to be raised or clarified at interview.
Thornton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS and barred list check by the Disclosures and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
To apply please complete the Thornton College application form and post to:
Dr Shaw
Head Teacher
Thornton College
Thornton
Milton Keynes
MK17 0HJ
Or by emailing the PA to the Head, Miss Taryn Robinson email: [email protected]
Should you have any queries please contact Miss Robinson, PA to the Head Teacher.
Thornton College is a leading independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls set within 27 acres of beautiful parkland just outside Buckingham and within easy reach of Milton Keynes and conveniently located between Oxford & Cambridge.
Description
For September 2026, Thornton College is seeking to appoint a part-time Teacher of Mathematics to teach across the ability range at KS3, KS4 and KS5, including Further Mathematics. The post is for 2 days per week, which may be timetabled across three days.
Our 2024 CSI Inspection judged the school to be ‘Outstanding’ in all areas and our most recent (2025) ISI Inspection commented positively on the ‘rapid’ academic progress made by students across the school and the ‘high levels of self-esteem and self-confidence' evident in the student body. We are accredited by both NACE and the British Council (International Schools Award) and in 2025 were shortlisted as Independent Girls’ School of the Year. The successful candidate can be sure of working with a team of extremely dedicated staff in a very motivating, forward-thinking school environment. The school offer a range of staff benefits including generous fee remission for eligible children, free onsite parking, and access to our extensive grounds and facilities.
The ideal candidate will be not just enthusiastic, but deeply passionate about the teaching and learning of Mathematics, with the vision, commitment and determination to continue raising standards for all our students. We welcome applications from all, including ECT and developing teachers.
She/he will inspire and challenge our young people to enable them to develop into highly effective, independent learners and achieve their potential as individuals, both during their time at Thornton and in the future.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We offer a friendly and supportive work environment, generous – pro-rata fee remission and free parking set in 25 acres of wonderful grounds.
Closing Date for applications: 27th February 2026
Interviews: w/c 2nd March 2026
We encourage early applications as Thornton College reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the application process.
Thornton College will carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates in line with the updated guidance from KCSIE to identify any incidents or issues, related to suitability to work with children, that may need to be raised or clarified at interview.
Thornton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS and barred list check by the Disclosures and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
To apply please complete the Thornton College application form and post to:
Dr Shaw
Head Teacher
Thornton College
Thornton
Milton Keynes
MK17 0HJ
Or by emailing the PA to the Head, Miss Taryn Robinson email: [email protected]
Should you have any queries please contact Miss Robinson, PA to the Head Teacher.
