Head of Department - Math's

Reddish Vale High School; Stockport; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local secondary school in Stockport is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head of Department for Maths. The role requires strong leadership skills and a genuine passion for teaching, with responsibilities including managing curriculum development and student progress. Candidates must possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in teaching across key stages. This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed team in fostering student achievement in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leadership and teaching across KS3 and 4.
• Ability to develop and enhance curriculum implementation.
• Accountability for student progress and curriculum management.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for student progress and development.
• Manage and deploy teaching resources effectively.
• Ensure provision of a broad and balanced curriculum.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Strong subject knowledge in Maths

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Reddish Vale High School are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic, committed and ambitious Head of Department. The successful candidate will display a real passion for learning and the teaching of Maths, with proven experience of leadership and teaching across KS3 and 4. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team and this is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, creative leader with the drive, passion and commitment to join our hugely talented team of staff, working together to encourage and support every child in reaching their full potential. We are looking for a Head of Department to raise standards of student attainment, achievement and progress within the Maths Department. For the right candidate there will be an opportunity to lead on a whole school initiative in line with the academy improvement plan.

Please note that we do not employ unqualified teachers. Only applications from candidates with QTS status will be considered for any teaching post.

Responsibilities

As Head of Department, you will:

• be accountable for student progress and development within the subject area;
• develop and enhance the curriculum implementation and pedagogical development of others;
• ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum for students studying in the subject of Maths;
• be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject/curriculum area;
• effectively manage and deploy teaching, support staff, financial and physical resources within the Subject area to support the improvement plan.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong leadership skills
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to teach Maths across key stages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player who is willing to collaborate and contribute to the development of the school.

We are an ambitious and forward-thinking school that is committed to providing a high-quality education and fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment.