Director of Maths

Yate Academy; Yate; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee assistance programme

Gym discounts

Eye tests

Cycle to work

Supportive organisation

Job summary

Yate Academy in England is seeking an enthusiastic Director of Maths to lead our maths provision, shaping an ambitious curriculum and driving teaching and learning to help pupils excel. You will work with staff to foster a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement across the department.

You will lead curriculum development for Key Stage 5, monitor performance, support colleagues, and collaborate with senior leaders to raise standards and share best practice across the Greenshaw

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Director of the subject or subject Head (desirable).
• Knowledge of strategies to inspire and improve outcomes for students.
• Outstanding organisational skills to ensure efficient and effective implementation of the role.

Responsibilities

• Teach Maths up to Key Stage 5.
• Oversee/organise curriculum delivery within the Maths department.
• Lead department meetings and curriculum development.
• Monitor and analyse student performance and provide reports.
• Support and develop colleagues and performance management processes.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Strategic thinking

Performance management

Collaboration

Job description

At Yate Academy, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Director of Maths to lead our maths provision and contribute to the continued success of our school. In this rewarding leadership role, you will work closely with staff to develop an ambitious curriculum, enhance teaching and learning, and create a culture where pupils are motivated to excel and achieve their very best., This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader to shape the strategic direction of the department, support and develop colleagues, and foster a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. As Director of Department, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring an engaging and ambitious curriculum is delivered effectively, enabling every pupil to achieve their full potential. You will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across the school to raise standards, share best practice and contribute to the wider success of the school. Main duties of the role include:

• Teaching Maths up to Key Stage 5
• To oversee/organise curriculum delivery within the Maths department.
• Make available full, up-to-date schemes of work, for the subject within the Learning Area.
• Encouraging the selection of suitable teaching and learning approaches and subject matter in providing a differentiated approach to students.
• To lead, develop & enhance the teaching practice of others including participation in performance management/appraisal arrangements.
• Monitor and analyse the academic performance of students on an ongoing basis and provide relevant reports when requested.
• Devise and implement appropriate intervention strategies.
• To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for academic growth for both yourself and that of your direct reports.
• As a leadership role within the Maths department, arrange department meetings, intellectual preparation and lead on all aspects of curriculum development.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in the Maths Department and across the Greenshaw Learning Trust to plan lessons which ensure outstanding progress for all students.
• Adhering to the school's principles of teaching, learning and assessment.
  Excellent classroom practitioner.
• Previous experience as a Director of the subject or subject Head (desirable)
• Knowledge of strategies to inspire and improve outcomes for students
• Outstanding organisational skills to ensure efficient and effective implementation of the role
• Knowledge of strategies to recognise and reward efforts and achievements and the ability to encourage students to become self-reliant and independent learner
• Detailed knowledge of current curriculum and pedagogical developments in the teaching of your subject and the wider curriculum
• Ability to teach A-level Maths and Further Maths
• Able to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people - students, colleagues and parents
• Commitment to high standards and expectations
  At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.

Leadership, resilience & citizenship run through all aspects of school life. Department Information At Yate Academy we have a thriving maths department, which includes trainees through to leaders in the subject. From September 2025 students are studying maths, economics & further maths. With some students deciding to study mathematical subjects into higher education. Our maths curriculum is ambitious in all areas for our students. Both the curriculum and lessons are knowledge and vocabulary rich so that students build on what they already know to develop powerful knowledge.

Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

If you share our commitment to helping every child thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.