Deputy Head of Maths

Cromwell Community College; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking academy as the Deputy Head of Maths, where your passion for teaching will inspire students and shape their futures. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic team, develop an engaging curriculum, and work collaboratively across all educational phases. You will play a crucial part in driving GCSE and A Level success while benefiting from extensive professional development and career progression opportunities. Be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions and strives for excellence in education. If you are ambitious and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Vivup Benefit System

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Teacher Pensions

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach GCSE and A Level Maths.
• Demonstrated commitment to student progress and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department in curriculum vision and implementation.
• Collaborate with primary colleagues to enhance student outcomes.

Skills

Outstanding teaching skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Commitment to professional development

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Job title: Deputy Head of Maths

Location: Cromwell Community College

Contract: Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS - £31,650 to £49,084 + TLR 2b - £5,800

Closing Date: Monday 24th February 2025, Midday

We are seeking applications from dynamic, inspirational and skilful teachers for the role of Deputy Head of Mathematics in our secondary team.

About us:

We are a successful and oversubscribed school, striving for Outstanding and as the first all-through school in Cambridgeshire, we have pupils aged from 4 – 18. With our Primary Phase increasing over the coming years, we provide lots of additional opportunities for staff to work in all key stages up to Post-16.

At Cromwell, our middle leaders are determined, resourceful and tireless in their pursuit of the best outcomes for all pupils. Staff are hardworking, enthusiastic and committed. This is an excellent time to join the department to support the college’s drive to become outstanding, of which the Maths department is a driving force.

Cromwell Community College offers the chance to join a strong and experienced team and for you to develop your skills and enhance your career development through a wealth of CPD opportunities which is a particular strength of the Trust. We can offer you an excellent opportunity for career progression both within the college, and the Trust, as well as a supportive professional environment with a highly visible and ambitious leadership team.

About the role:

It is imperative that we ensure our pupils access a curriculum which is relevant and ambitious throughout their journey at Cromwell. This will require the Deputy Head of Maths to support the Head of Department’s vision for an all through curriculum and to work with primary colleagues to meet this expectation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is ambitious and wants to work collaboratively with the primary phase in addition to further improve GCSE and A Level outcomes.

This role is required to begin in September 2025.

We wish to appoint a colleague to this post who has:

• Outstanding teaching and interpersonal skills.
• The qualities necessary to inspire and lead a team.
• A strong academic background with the ability to teach to GCSE and/or A Level.
• Evidence of ambition and a commitment to continuing professional development.
• The experience and skills to create a dynamic and engaging curriculum which inspires a love of the subject.
• The desire and ability to maximise the performance of all students and ensure the very best progress for all.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and to work in a forward-thinking academy with a commitment to inclusion and development. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Vivup Benefit System
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Teacher Pensions

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Caroline Buckle - 01354 692193

How to apply:

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a school that values your contribution, we would love to hear from you.

Please click 'Apply now' to be redirected to our recruitment portal, My New Term, to submit your application today!

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.