Teacher of Maths and Science

THE SOVEREIGN TRUST
MANOR ACADEMY
Manor Avenue
Sale
M33 5JX
Tel: 0161 976 1553
Email: hr@thesovereigntrust.uk

TEACHER OF MATHS AND SCIENCE
Teachers’ Main Scale M1 M6 + 1SEN
Full Time/Permanent. The school’s teaching week is 32.5 hours. In a typical week, this will consist of 30 hours of teaching and at least 2.5 hours of PPA time. ECTs will have 4.5 hours PPA time across the week.
Contract Type: To start September 2026
Pension : All teaching staff are auto-enrolled into the Teachers’ Pension scheme. You can opt out of the scheme at any time.
Benefits: Salary sacrifice schemes for purchasing bikes used for work travel, through monthly interest-free salary deductions. Employee Assistance Programme provides access to a range of wellbeing services.

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of young people with special educational needs?
Manor Academy is a highly regarded specialist school and part of The Sovereign Trust, an ambitious and growing Multi Academy Trust dedicated to providing exceptional education for children and young people with SEND.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and committed Teacher of Maths and Science to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher to deliver a personalised and engaging curriculum that enables pupils with complex SEND to achieve their full potential.
We would welcome applications from experienced secondary teachers, ECTs and suitably skilled primary practitioners who have a strong interest in teaching Maths and Science within a specialist setting.

About the Role
You will:
Teach Maths and Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.
Deliver engaging and personalised learning programmes tailored to individual needs.
Support pupils with Autism, SEMH needs and moderate learning difficulties.
Contribute to the delivery of PSD and Skills Builder programmes.
Promote communication, independence, emotional regulation and preparation for adulthood.
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, families and external professionals.
Play an active role in the ongoing development of the curriculum and wider school improvement.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Has a passion for inclusive education and high aspirations for every pupil.
Can build positive relationships and create a safe, structured learning environment.
Has excellent classroom practice and strong behaviour management skills.
Is reflective, resilient and committed to continuous professional development.
Shares our values of respect, ambition, inclusion and excellence.

Previous experience of working with pupils with SEND is desirable, although training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join Manor Academy?
At Manor Academy, you will be joining a supportive and highly skilled team that is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for pupils.
We offer:
A welcoming and supportive working environment.
Extensive CPD and career development opportunities across The Sovereign Trust.
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
Access to employee assistance and wellbeing services.
Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues across our family of specialist schools.
Teachers' Pension Scheme membership.

Safeguarding
The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references and satisfy all safer recruitment requirements.

Further Information
We strongly encourage applicants to visit our website: https://www.manoracademysale.org/

Keeping Children Safe in Education
The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working for the Trust to share this commitment.
An online search will be carried out, and a Childcare Declaration form will be required from shortlisted candidates.
This post is subject to a satisfactory two-year reference history, which we will endeavour to seek before interview, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB), medical clearance, and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.
A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website by following this link https://www.thesovereigntrust.uk/policies-1/ .

Are we the right opportunity for you?
If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete the attached application form. Please note that only applications submitted directly to HR via the application form will be considered. Candidates who submit a CV will not be short-listed. Completed applications demonstrating your ability to meet the requirements for the role are to be returned to hr@thesovereigntrust.uk by 9 am on the deadline day.

Closing date for receipt of applications - Friday 26 June 2026
Shortlisting - Friday 26 June 2026
Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Manor Academy - W/C 29 June 2026