Head of Maths

Job Title

Head of Mathematics – Post-Primary

Lead the Mathematics Department in line with the School Development Plan, ensuring interventions, resources and curriculum are effectively managed and that teachers are supported across the department.

• Lead the development of the Mathematics Department in accordance with the School Development Plan.
• Lead self‑evaluation at departmental level to improve performance and pupil outcomes.
• Monitor, evaluate and review pupil learning, reporting outcomes to pupils, staff, governors and parents.
• Implement appropriate interventions for pupils not achieving predicted levels.
• Support whole‑school intervention programme by providing information on pupil underachievement and departmental support measures.
• Ensure effective use of resources and maintain a productive learning environment.
• Ensure reasonable and purposeful measures for pupils with additional needs, in line with the Whole School provision map.
• Ensure and review effective schemes of work throughout the school year.
• Offer support and advice to non‑specialist teachers delivering Mathematics in SPiM and SEN settings.
• Teach pupils up to Level 2, developing and supporting their learning to achieve high examination success.
• Exercise general professional duties.

• Plan and prepare courses and lessons.
• Teach pupils, setting and marking work.
• Assess, record and report on pupil development, progress and attainment.
• Promote pupil well‑being and progress.
• Provide advice and guidance to pupils on educational and social matters.
• Maintain records of pupils’ personal and social needs.
• Communicate with parents about pupil progress.
• Co‑operate with external bodies as approved by the School.
• Participate in meetings regarding curriculum, administration and pastoral functions.
• Contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references.
• Engage in staff development, performance reviews, professional development programmes and training.
• Participate in discipline, health and safety measures, safeguarding and supervision.
• Assist in preparing pupils for public examinations and supervise examinations.
• Support recruitment, induction and training of other teachers.
• Take part in administrative tasks related to curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions.
• Register attendance and supervise pupils during school sessions.
• Adhere to required working days and hours as set out in regulation.
• Provide staff cover as required.

Qualifications / Professional Membership

• Teaching qualification meeting recognition for grant‑aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification focused on Mathematics.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of demonstrable experience teaching Mathematics at Key Stage 3 & 4 with positive learning outcomes.
• Experience leading departmental development and improvement.
• Evidence of leading departmental planning incorporating children at Stage 3 of the Code of Practice.

Other

• Registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before employment.

• Knowledge of Northern Ireland Curriculum, Safeguarding & Child Protection, SEND Code of Practice.
• Understanding of range of teaching strategies and technology tools.
• Knowledge of current assessment methods.
• Effective teaching and classroom management skills.
• Ability to provide an inclusive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with pupils, colleagues, parents and community.
• Team working and motivation skills.
• Evidence of alignment with school values and ethos.

• Additional qualifications or experience (as applicable).

• Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background will be required for regulated activity; candidates will be responsible for the cost.
• The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.