Head of Maths

Overview

Outwood Academy Ripon has been part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2011 and is an exceptional place to build your future. Our school-based community is welcoming and friendly; students and staff make excellent progress together. Ripon is a thriving city with historic landmarks and a vibrant community.

Position: Head of Maths
Academy: Outwood Academy Ripon
Start Date: 01/09/2026 or sooner
Salary: L5 £ 56,320 – L9 £ 62,019

The Head of Department is responsible for communicating a clear purpose and vision while providing cohesive leadership and direction to the Department/Faculty. This leader models the Academy’s values, promotes high standards through effective teaching, and is accountable for implementing the Department Development Plan/Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) to secure continuous improvement. They develop and sustain DEEP LEADERSHIP through line management of staff, overseeing department resources and budget, reviewing syllabuses, and conducting Performance Management Reviews.

• To view the job description:

The Maths Department has four teachers and a one-to-one tutor. The department includes experienced practitioners together with recently qualified colleagues who have a shared goal:
Students First.

Responsibilities also include leading or supporting leadership of the department, successful teaching across all key stages, and evidence of managing/leading a new initiative.

Essential qualifications: Degree in the relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Knowledge of the secondary curriculum (Key Stage 3 to Key Stage
5), understanding of school improvement and Ofsted inspection programmes, and experience in leading or supporting departmental leadership.
Skills: outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision, excellent relationships with students and staff, and the ability to analyze data to develop rapid improvement interventions.

• To view the person specification:

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy and offers opportunities through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

• Competitive Pay & Pension:
  Salary, automatic pay progression, and access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Professional Growth:
  Extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via OIE and the National Institute of Teaching.
• Workload & Support:
  Managed workload through our Workload Charter and a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
• Wellbeing & Flexibility:
  Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Note:

If applying from an external job board, click 'Apply' to access working links on the Outwood Careers page. We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and checks regarding suitability to work with children.