Teacher of Mathematics and HPA Leader

At

John Smeaton Academy, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to

secure the gift of choice through an excellent education. We are seeking to

appoint an exceptional and inspirational Teacher of Mathematics with additional

responsibility for leading our whole-academy approach to Higher Prior Attaining

(HPA) students through a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR). This role

is of significant importance to our continued rapid journey of improvement and

will play a vital role in ensuring our most academically able students are

stretched, challenged and inspired to excel.

This

is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner and aspiring leader who

is passionate about mathematics, scholarship and academic excellence. Alongside

teaching Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4, the successful candidate will

lead the strategic development of provision for Higher Prior Attaining students

across the academy, helping to build a culture where academic ambition and

intellectual curiosity thrive.

A

key aspect of this role will be developing and strengthening our partnership

work with Leeds Mathematics School, creating meaningful pathways and

opportunities for students with exceptional mathematical potential. The

successful candidate will also lead the development of in-school “Maths

Circles” and wider enrichment opportunities designed to deepen thinking, foster

problem-solving and provide stretch and challenge for our most gifted

mathematicians.

Mathematics

is a highly valued and growing department, led by a strong team including a

Curriculum Leader, Assistant Curriculum Leader, Lead Practitioner and dedicated

teaching staff who are passionate about delivering a knowledge-rich and

ambitious curriculum. The successful candidate will join a collaborative

department with a clear focus on high expectations, strong relationships and

securing excellent outcomes for students.

Our

facilities provide an outstanding environment in which to teach and learn. The

successful candidate will benefit from their own classroom equipped with an

interactive touchscreen, situated within a dedicated mathematics corridor

designed to promote collaboration and consistency. The department also benefits

from a flexible double-classroom teaching space, access to a bookable computer

suite and a dedicated departmental workroom.

At

John Smeaton Academy, you will join a school on a strong upward journey,

proudly serving the community of East Leeds with determination, ambition and

care. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a teacher and leader

who wants to make a genuine difference, develop professionally and contribute

to transforming life chances for young people.

We

welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ambitious practitioners

ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. The successful

candidate will be someone who b