Head of Department - Mathematics

HARPER GREEN SCHOOL; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Mathematics Department to inspire and lead teaching efforts. This role involves a commitment to student development and achievement in mathematics, where the successful candidate will join a collaborative team committed to high standards. Key responsibilities include improving student outcomes and contributing to extracurricular programming. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual with proven leadership skills.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Motivated students and supportive parents

Collaborative professional environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven track record of increasing outcomes for young people in mathematics.
• Experience in a mathematics department is preferred.
• Ambitious and inspirational leader with a commitment to students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective teaching strategies in mathematics.
• Contribute to the school's extracurricular programs.
• Role model for both staff and students.

Skills

Excellent practitioner

High expectations

Collaborative and resilient

Experienced in improving student outcomes

Positive role model

Job description

Overview

Head of Department - Mathematics

Salary: Leadership Scale L10-L12

£64,688 to £67,897 per annum
Permanent

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of our Mathematics Department. We are looking to appoint a Head Mathematics who is committed to ensuring our young people are equipped with the maths skills, fluency and reasoning to be successful and make accelerated progress in mathematics. We are looking for an ambitious, inspirational, committed Head of Department who has a proven track record of increasing outcomes for young people in maths, and is passionate about their subject.

This position would suit an experienced Head of Department, or someone new to post who has experience as a postholder in a successful mathematics department. The successful candidate will be mentored and supported by our Deputy Headteacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school and staff body who put students at the centre of all we do. You will be joining a team that is committed, welcoming, supportive and friendly. We are an ambitious community, committed to our young people and supporting them on their journey to achieve their dreams and ambitions. We strive to meet the needs of every learner; we enthuse them, motivate them and support them to achieve their potential. We celebrate all success and truly believe that every student matters and that it is our job as educators to ensure they know and feel that they matter.

Responsibilities

• be an excellent practitioner with a clear understanding of mathematical pedagogy
• have high expectations of themselves, staff and students
• be flexible, collaborative & resilient
• be an accomplished teacher of maths, with a proven track record of improving student outcomes in mathematics
• have the highest of ambitions for our students, yourself and your team
• contribute to the school's extracurricular programme
• be a positive role model for staff and students alike

In return we will offer you

• a visible and supportive Leadership Team
• ambitious, motivated students and supportive parents
• a strong mathematics department, with regards to culture and teaching and learning
• enthusiastic, willing and professional staff
• a network of outstanding practitioners to collaborate with & learn from within the school and wider Trust
• a happy, supportive working environment with high expectations and standards

Additional information

A full information pack which includes the job description and person specification is on the Trust website: Leverhulme Academy Trust - Vacancies

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, please contact the HR Team at [e-mail]

To apply, please click on the link, and register for an account to complete our online application form: Leverhulme Academy Trust - Vacancies

Required for date to be negotiated with the successful candidate

Closing date: 9am on Monday 23rd February 2026

Interviews will be week commencing 23rd February 2026

The trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible. Harper Green School is part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in team work and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust. Discovering dreams, achieving ambitions and transforming lives.