Head of Maths – Independent School

Are you an inspiring and visionary Head of Maths seeking a leadership role within an outstanding independent school in Gloucester?

This is a superb opportunity for an experienced and passionate Head of Maths to lead and further develop a successful Mathematics department within a respected independent school in Gloucester, commencing in April 2026
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Role: Head of Maths
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Gloucester
Key Stages: KS3–KS5
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

The successful candidate will provide strategic and academic leadership for Mathematics, delivering a challenging and engaging curriculum that enables students to develop fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills. They will inspire excellence across the department and play a key role in maintaining strong academic outcomes.

This independent school in Gloucester is known for its nurturing ethos, strong academic culture, and commitment to holistic education. Alongside high academic expectations, the school values creativity, enrichment, and co-curricular participation, and places significant emphasis on staff development, collaboration, and wellbeing.

• Lead the strategic development of the Maths department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.

• Deliver exceptional Maths lessons across KS3–KS5, including GCSE and A-Level.

• Line manage and support departmental staff, promoting continuous professional development.

• Track and analyse student performance data to inform planning and intervention.

• Champion mathematical enrichment through competitions, clubs, and wider school initiatives.

• Contribute positively to the wider academic and pastoral life of the school.

• A welcoming and collaborative working environment.

• Small class sizes and highly motivated pupils.

• Modern facilities and strong departmental resources.

• Excellent opportunities for leadership development.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject.

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching Maths to GCSE and A-Level.

• Leadership experience or clear potential to lead.

• Commitment to delivering outstanding Maths education.

Applications are welcomed from ambitious and reflective Maths leaders eager to make a lasting impact within an independent school.