Head of Maths

We are looking for a motivated and effective leader to: Lead and develop the Maths department to secure excellent progress and attainment across Key Stages 3 and 4. Design and implement a coherent, sequenced Maths curriculum that builds fluency, reasoning and problem solving. Improve teaching and assessment so misconceptions are identified and addressed at point of learning. Line‑manage and develop staff, deploy specialist expertise equitably and grow departmental capacity. Use data precisely to set targets, monitor impact and evaluate interventions (including for disadvantaged and SEND students). Promote numeracy across the school and lead enrichment, transition and partnership work with primary and post‑16 providers. The successful candidate will: Have Qualified Teacher Status and a proven record of excellent classroom practice and improving student outcomes in Maths. Have experience of leading or acting as second in department (desirable) with strong curriculum and assessment knowledge. Be skilled in coaching, performance management and targeted CPD to raise colleagues’ classroom practice. Demonstrate strong data‑analysis skills, excellent communication, and the ability to foster a collaborative, inclusive department aligned to our STRIVE values.