Head of Maths

Thank you for your interest in our Head of Mathematics vacancy (TLR1a - £16,813). I hope that the provided information is helpful in encouraging you to apply for what is a vital role in our school.

We are seeking to appoint an innovative, ambitious, and inspirational leader to lead our Mathematics Department. The successful candidate will be an outstanding practitioner with a proven track record of securing high levels of achievement and attainment. They will bring a genuine passion for mathematics and a strong moral purpose, with a clear commitment to improving outcomes and life chances for all young people.

The ideal applicant will be driven by a desire to broaden opportunities for learners and will demonstrate a wholehearted willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school community. They will combine high expectations with the ability to motivate, support, and develop both students and colleagues.

This post presents an exciting opportunity to lead a large department with significant potential, shaping its future direction and driving it towards an outstanding reputation built on consistently strong outcomes. We are looking for a Head of Mathematics who can provide clear strategic leadership, while also working collaboratively alongside colleagues to foster a culture of reflection, ambition, and collective responsibility.

The successful candidate will bring vision, clarity, and purpose, alongside the practical skills and determination required to translate that vision into sustained improvement and measurable impact on student achievement.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape and lead the continued development of one of the school’s core academic departments, making a lasting contribution to the success of the school and its students.

• Be a qualified teacher of mathematics and have a passion for mathematics and teaching.
• Be innovative, strategic and highly motivated.
• Be able to inspire, support and challenge staff and students.
• Be able to successfully lead the department to create a successful reputation.

• A school with a genuine welcoming atmosphere.
• A genuinely committed, supportive and successful school team.
• Excellent CPD opportunities.
• An outstanding reputation.
• Good work/life balance.