Curriculum Improvement Lead (Maths) - Secondary

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust is seeking a dynamic Maths Subject Improvement Lead. The role involves refining the Maths curriculum and enhancing assessment strategies across multiple secondary schools. Ideal candidates should have a proven track record in improving Maths outcomes and experience in coaching teachers. This position offers opportunities for career growth and a commitment to educational excellence.

Benefits

Access to a highly competitive Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Access to a staff benefits portal

Qualifications

• Proven success in improving outcomes in secondary Maths.
• Experience in coaching and developing teachers.
• Skilled in using data to inform planning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Refine and enhance the secondary Maths curriculum.
• Lead the development of effective assessment strategies.
• Coach and mentor subject leaders and teachers.

Skills

Improving outcomes in secondary Maths

Strong subject knowledge across KS3–KS5

Coaching and developing teachers

Using data to inform planning

Excellent communication

Collaborative skills

Proactive and solution-focused

Job description

Please note this is a Trust wide role, with travel involved across all Secondary schools in the Trust, and not solely for Highdown School.

GLF Schools is seeking a dynamic and experienced Maths Subject Improvement Lead to drive excellence in mathematics across our eight secondary schools.

Your Opportunity

Education - This is a strategic role within our Education Team, offering the chance to shape curriculum, assessment, and professional development across the Trust. You will work closely with Regional Education Directors, Heads of Department, and other strategic leads to:

• Refine and enhance the secondary Maths curriculum, ensuring coherence and ambition.
• Lead the development of effective assessment strategies and data analysis.
• Evaluate teaching and learning through peer reviews and support targeted improvement plans.
• Coach and mentor subject leaders and teachers to raise standards and share best practice.
• Deliver professional learning and lead Maths networks and curriculum events.
• Build strong links with external partners to stay at the forefront of subject developments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Maths educator with a strong track record of impact, ready to influence practice at scale and support the success of thousands of students.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven success in improving outcomes in secondary Maths.
• Strong subject knowledge across KS3–KS5.
• Experience in coaching and developing teachers.
• Skilled in using data to inform planning and improvement.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator.
• Proactive, reflective, and solution-focused.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

• Access to our highly competitive Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: 1st January 2026
Salary: L11-L15
Contract type: Full time and permanent
Close date: 8th October 2025 - 12pm
Interview date: 16th October 2025