Teacher of Maths

TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS LOCATION:London Borough of Croydon HOURS:Full Time START DATE:September 2026 SALARY:MPS/UPS Outer London Pay Scale Coloma Convent Girls' School in Shirley is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country. We are consistently oversubscribed and a very popular choice within the borough and other local boroughs. In October 2019 Coloma received its fifth 'Outstanding' Diocesan Inspection report and in 2021 was named 'Best School in Croydon' in the Real Schools Guide. In December 2022, The Times released its 'Parent Power Schools Guide' to the top 1600 UK schools based on 2022 exam results. Coloma was ranked 2nd in the best girls' comprehensive category and 39th in the best comprehensive school category. With most recent results showcasing the dedication and commitment of our young people. Candidates should be able to teach across the age and ability range to KS5 and to provide evidence of successful teaching strategies and excellent organisational skills. Applications are considered from both experienced and newly qualified teachers. A TLR may be available for a suitable candidate to take on a wider leadership role across the school, as we are currently seeking to appoint a dynamic and proactive Head of Year. Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication of staff and pupils which permeates the ethos that is Coloma. In 2025, the Attainment 8 score was 57.29, significantly above the national average. In Mathematics, 62.4% of students achieved Grade 5 or above, significantly higher than both the local average (42.1%) and the national average (45.2%). At A Level, 74.4% of students achieved grades A

• -C, while 100% of BTEC students achieved grades D-P.
We value excellent relationships within a caring community. Extra-curricular activities play a huge part in the life and success of the school and pastoral systems are extremely strong. Behaviour is excellent and our students excel in the collaborative and creative environment in the department. We Offer · A school with a strong commitment to your professional development. · A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all. · The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated. · The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change. · A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities. We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the values of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of religious faiths other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students.

Candidates should be able to teach across the age and ability range to KS5 and to provide evidence of successful teaching strategies and excellent organisational skills. Applications are considered from both experienced and newly qualified teachers. A TLR may be available for a suitable candidate to take on a wider leadership role across the school, as we are currently seeking to appoint a dynamic and proactive Head of Year.

Coloma Convent Girls' School in Shirley is recognised as one of the top non-selective secondary schools in the country. We are consistently oversubscribed and a very popular choice within the borough and other local boroughs. In October 2019 Coloma received its fifth 'Outstanding' Diocesan Inspection report and in 2021 was named 'Best School in Croydon' in the Real Schools Guide. In December 2022, The Times released its 'Parent Power Schools Guide' to the top 1600 UK schools based on 2022 exam results. Coloma was ranked 2nd in the best girls' comprehensive category and 39th in the best comprehensive school category. With most recent results showcasing the dedication and commitment of our young people., Coloma is very proud of its history of academic achievement; this is due to the hard work, focus and dedication of staff and pupils which permeates the ethos that is Coloma. In 2025, the Attainment 8 score was 57.29, significantly above the national average. In Mathematics, 62.4% of students achieved Grade 5 or above, significantly higher than both the local average (42.1%) and the national average (45.2%). At A Level, 74.4% of students achieved grades A
• -C, while 100% of BTEC students achieved grades D-P.
We value excellent relationships within a caring community. Extra-curricular activities play a huge part in the life and success of the school and pastoral systems are extremely strong. Behaviour is excellent and our students excel in the collaborative and creative environment in the department.

· A school with a strong commitment to your professional development. · A working environment focused on Teaching and Learning and raising standards for all. · The opportunity to work in a team where your skills, enthusiasm and hard work will be appreciated. · The opportunity to work within the largest cosmopolitan centre outside of Central London, undergoing substantial redevelopment, growth and change. · A school that invests in enrichment and extra-curricular activities. We welcome applications from colleagues who are supportive of the values of a Catholic School. Many of our staff are members of religious faiths other than Catholic and make an enormous contribution to the well-being of our students.