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Math Head of Department

Job Description

Job Title: Head of Department - Mathematics
Location: Milton Keynes
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Paid to Scale (M1 - UPS3) with TLR
Hours: Full-time, Standard Teaching Hours with Full Teaching and HOD Responsibilities

Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head of Department for Mathematics to join our school in [Insert Location]. This is a permanent position, offering an exciting opportunity to lead a successful department, while also delivering high-quality maths lessons to students across all key stages.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, manage, and develop the Mathematics department, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning are maintained.
  • Oversee curriculum planning, development, and assessment, ensuring alignment with school goals and educational standards.
  • Provide support and guidance to teaching staff within the department, promoting professional development and best practices.
  • Monitor and evaluate student progress, ensuring strategies are in place to support underachieving students.
  • Teach Mathematics to students across a range of age and ability levels, taking on full teaching responsibilities, including lesson planning, marking, and reporting.
  • Foster a positive learning environment and promote a passion for mathematics among students.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Proven experience teaching Mathematics across key stages, with the ability to lead and inspire a department.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with experience in curriculum development and student assessment.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to motivate both staff and students.
  • A commitment to raising standards and delivering excellent results in the subject.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary to scale (M1 - UPS3) with a TLR.
  • The opportunity to lead a dynamic and successful department.
  • A supportive school environment that encourages professional growth.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.

How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Maths Teacher with leadership potential and a passion for education, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter

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