Head of Mathematics

Head of Mathematics

Start Date:

September 2026

We are seeking an inspirational and committed Head of Mathematics to lead our well-established and hardworking Maths team in a happy, growing, and improving 11–18 secondary school in Wales. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious practitioner to shape the future of Mathematics and Numeracy at Heolddu Comprehensive school, with clear scope to teach and lead up to A Level Mathematics and make a meaningful impact on outcomes for pupils.

• A welcoming, inclusive 11–18 school with a strong sense of community
• A positive culture where pupil behaviour is good and learning is valued
• A supportive and collaborative staff team who work hard for each other and for pupils
• A school on an upward trajectory, with improvement and professional development at its heart

As Head of Mathematics, you will:

• Provide strategic and day‑to‑day leadership of the Mathematics department
• Inspire and support a well‑established, dedicated team of teachers
• Lead curriculum development from Key Stage 3 through to A Level Mathematics
• Promote high standards of teaching, learning, and achievement
• Use data effectively to drive improvement and raise attainment
• Contribute positively to the wider life and leadership of the school

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge
• Have the ability to teach and lead GCSE and A Level Maths
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills for middle leadership
• Be committed to professional learning and continuous improvement
• Share our belief that all pupils can succeed with the right support and challenge

• A supportive senior leadership team and a collaborative working environment
• Well‑behaved pupils who are keen to learn
• A strong, stable, successful department with capacity to grow and innovate
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to play a key role in the continued success of a thriving school

If you are an enthusiastic and motivated Mathematics teacher ready to take the next step in your career—or an experienced leader seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge—we would be delighted to hear from you.

Closing date:
Friday 6 March

Interviews to take place: w/b 16 March

As part of the education sector’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people, it is expected that all staff undergo appropriate enhanced DBS checks (formerly known as a CRB check). The Local Authority will pay for this prior to the applicant starting.

Employment will be subject to satisfactory documentary evidence of registration, and continuing registration. It is your responsibility to ensure you register and continue to register as part of your terms and conditions of employment.

Safeguarding Statement

Heolddu Comprehensive School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Head of Mathematics
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