Director of Maths and Numeracy

Job Title

Director of Maths and Numeracy

Required for September 2026 or January 2027

We are excited to advertise a new leadership role within The Joseph Whitaker School. This post has faculty and whole school leadership responsibilities, providing an opportunity for someone to take up a significant lead role in the strategic development of the Maths faculty and the wider school, with respect to numeracy across the curriculum.

The successful applicant will be a talented classroom teacher of Mathematics and experienced leader, with the ability to ensure that all students are able to fulfil their potential and benefit from a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The role includes line management responsibility for the Head of Maths and other colleagues, as well as working across the school to drive improvements in numeracy and financial literacy.

As a school we offer:

• A strong team environment that takes staff well‑being seriously
• A dedicated Senior Leadership Team who want to see colleagues progress and flourish in their careers
• Support from the wider Trust, including numerous CPD opportunities
• Access to Schools’ Advisory Service, offering mental health and well‑being support to staff
• Generous employer contribution to Local Government and Teacher Pensions Scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme

On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 15th June 2026.

Interviews will take place after applications close. However, we may choose to interview some early applicants before the closing date should applications from suitably qualified candidates be received.