Director of Mathematics

Bloxwich Academy; Bloxwich; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloxwich Academy in England is seeking a Director of Mathematics to lead the Maths Department and raise attainment across all key stages. Start date January 2027, with a salary package including TLR 1C (£12,519) and progression within MPS/UPS where applicable.

The successful candidate will have a proven leadership track record, strong subject knowledge and excellent interpersonal skills to motivate and support staff. Applications welcome from experienced leaders ready to take their next step.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of raising attainment through teaching and leadership.
• Experience leading a maths department.
• Ability to drive improvement across key stages.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Maths Department across all key stages.
• Drive improvements in teaching, attainment and pupil outcomes.
• Oversee curriculum, assessment, and staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Curriculum development

Mentoring

People management

Subject knowledge

Education

QTS

Job description

Director of Mathematics

Bloxwich Academy Secondary, Leamore Lane, Bloxwich WS2 7NR

Salary: MPS (UPS where applicable) + TLR 1C (£12,519)

Start Date: January 2027

No Maths teacher doubts the power of their subject to change lives but we need someone who wants to have an impact beyond their own classroom and lead a team of passionate professionals to get the best for every pupil.

We need an enthusiastic and dynamic practitioner to lead our Maths Department to ensure all pupils receive the best possible experience of this essential subject. The successful candidate will have a track record of excellence in the classroom and evidence of facilitating exceptional pupil outcomes.

Applicants will be able to lead the faculty and teach across all key stages.

Applications are welcome from experienced leaders and well-qualified ambitious teachers with leadership skills looking to take their next step in professional development.

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate:

• A proven track record of raising attainment through teaching and learning, making a positive impact within and beyond the classroom;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate, inspire, lead and support colleagues;
• In depth subject knowledge of subject specialism.

About Us:

At Bloxwich Academy, we expect everyone to ‘be the best they can be’. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes.

The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

Application Deadline: 2nd October 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.