Course Director KS5 Mathematics

Trinity CofE High School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HSF Health Plan Core Scheme

Greater Manchester Pension Scheme

Staff Wellbeing Fund

Cycle to Work

Fitness Suite

Free on-site parking

Canteen facilities

Job summary

Trinity CE High School in Manchester is seeking a Course Director KS5 Mathematics. The role requires QTS and a degree in a relevant field, with leadership responsibility for KS5 and experience delivering the national curriculum.

The post is term-time only with progression on the MPS/UPS scale plus a £5,000 recruitment allowance for the first year. The school offers strong professional development and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant field.
• Experience teaching the current national curriculum and KS5 Mathematics across ability ranges.
• Proven classroom practitioner with ability to plan lessons, assess progress and manage behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Deliver KS5 Mathematics curriculum and lead the subject across ability ranges.
• Support student achievement through effective teaching, assessment and intervention.
• Manage KS5 staff performance and contribute to department standards.
• Promote enrichment and assist Head of Department in maintaining high standards.

Skills

KS5 Maths experience

Leadership experience

Team player

Education

QTS and degree in relevant field

Job description

Course Director KS5 Mathematics

Contract type: Term-Time only

Scale: MPS / UPS plus a £5,000 recruitment allowance, payable for the first year of appointment

(The school is seeking to appoint in anticipation of a vacancy. Appointment is subject to receipt of the relevant postholder's formal resignation.)

This is a great opportunity to come and work in our very highly rated secondary school in central Manchester. Deliver leading and developing the KS5 Mathematics curriculum, supporting student achievement through effective teaching, assessment and intervention, managing KS5 staff performance, promoting enrichment opportunities, and assisting the Head of Department in maintaining high standards across the Mathematics Department.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• The opportunity to join our very successful and over-subscribed school of 1500 students aged 11-18, supported by a hugely talented and hardworking staff team;
• A very successful and over-subscribed school with keen, committed students who are positive and active;
• Excellent professional development and guidance - we welcome applications from ECTs;
• Opportunities to work closely with the senior leadership team on strategic whole school developments, including teaching and learning and pupil premium initiatives;
• Employer-funded membership of HSF Health Plan Core Scheme, helping you and your family (dependants under 21) to cover the costs of everyday healthcare, plus access to HSF Assist which includes a GP Advice Line, Virtual Doctor, Counselling, Legal Helpline and Perkbox benefits;
• Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme, with excellent employer contributions;
• Staff Wellbeing Fund for initiatives, activities and social events that support staff mental and physical health, plus wellbeing benefits such as Cycle to Work and free use of the Fitness Suite;
• Excellent facilities in new and refurbished buildings, supported by the latest resources to support learning, plus free on-site parking, canteen facilities, and staff room;
• We are a socially inclusive and equal opportunities school and committed to and actively promote equal opportunities for all our students and staff.

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant fields;
• An experienced, industrious and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and has a passion for Mathematics;
• Knowledge and experience of teaching current national curriculum and able to lead KS5 Mathematics across different ability and age range;
• A proven track record as an excellent classroom practitioner, plan and teach lessons that provide a rich, enjoyable and challenging learning experience for students and to assess their progress;
• The talent, interpersonal skills and range of teaching & classroom behaviour management skills necessary to contribute to the success of the staff team;
• A desire to build productive professional relationships;
• The enthusiasm to develop this subject and the vision to extend the work already undertaken, which matching the National Curriculum;
• Commitment to the School’s Health & Safety Policy, Safeguarding and Welfare of all students, and willingness to undertake departmental induction programme;
• Supportive of the school's excellent staff attendance and punctuality record, which in turn supports student attainment;
• A values-driven practitioner who is supportive of the Christian ethos of our school.

For more information about our school please visit our school website: www.trinityhigh.com. The closing date for applications is 09:00 12th October 2026, with visits to the school to look around encouraged in the week 5th - 9th October, shortlisting on Tuesday 13th October 2026. Interviews are currently scheduled on Monday 19th October 2026, interview invitation will be sent through email for selected candidates.

Trinity CE High School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The school operates a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.