Curriculum Leader Maths (Fixed Term -Maternity Cover)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in Birmingham is seeking a Maths specialist for a fixed-term role until December 2026. The successful candidate will support leadership in shaping departmental strategies, manage teaching quality, and engage in extracurricular activities. This position values innovative teaching, leadership development, and a commitment to diversity in education.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Keen interest in innovative teaching strategies.
• Commitment to developing leadership skills.
• Ability to inspire learners to achieve results.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Leadership Team in developing the department.
• Manage colleagues and secure high-quality teaching.
• Commit to extra-curricular activities enhancing academy value.

Job description

Overview

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour
Ambition through Challenge
Strength through Diversity

Would you like to be part of a Trust where your skills and expertise can be shared across our family of educational establishments? Do you seek a post with opportunities to share your passion for Maths, in an environment where you will be valued and supported?

This is a fixed term post – January 2026 to 31 December 2026 (or sooner if the post holder returns).

You will support the Senior Leadership Team in shaping the direction and development of the department. The post holder will manage colleagues and secure, implement and sustain high quality teaching and learning in the subject; all leading to aspirational and successful outcomes for Ninestiles learners.

We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things as we further develop innovative teaching and learning strategies. The successful candidate will have a keen interest in innovative teaching strategies and a commitment to further developing their leadership skills with the ability to inspire learners to achieve excellent results.

The role offers opportunities for a well-qualified, creative specialist who will build on the department’s success and who is willing to commit to extra-curricular activities that add value to the academy and community.

About our Academy

Ninestiles, an Academy, is recognised as the TES Inclusive School of the Year 2025, celebrating a welcoming, diverse, and high-achieving environment for all learners.

Following the Ofsted inspection in November 2024, Ninestiles was praised for maintaining high standards, showing learners thrive socially and academically with genuine respect for others’ differences — reflecting our inclusive ethos and high aspirations.

Our pastoral care is a cornerstone of our success, with strong support systems and a staff team that holds consistently high expectations for every learner. We focus on securing strong academic outcomes and preparing learners to become active, responsible citizens.

Our curriculum is designed by our collaborative leadership team and colleagues across Summit Learning Trust to offer breadth and balance. Learners benefit from a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 3, laying foundations for informed choices at Key Stage 4, where options are tailored to interests and abilities.

Beyond the classroom, our enrichment programme is a real strength, with over 70 clubs and activities including sport, music, art, drama, and debating, encouraging students to explore passions and develop new skills.

Join us at Ninestiles and be part of a school where inclusion, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand

About the Trust

Summit Learning Trust aims to provide high-quality education across its family of schools.

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• Commitment to professional development with high-quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

For an application form and further information about vacancies, please visit the trust website: Ninestiles is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact [e-mail].