Head of Mathematics

PUTNEY HIGH SCHOOL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Mathematics to lead a vibrant department dedicated to delivering a rich curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, experience in teaching years 7 to 13, and a commitment to fostering a love for mathematics among students. This role encourages innovation in teaching while developing quality provisions across various key stages. Benefits include competitive salaries, extensive professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Generous pension scheme

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record of teaching years 7 to 13.
• Ability to inspire and engage students.
• Vision for high-quality provision across Key Stage 3, GCSE, and A Level.

Responsibilities

• Lead a forward-thinking Mathematics department.
• Champion a culture of intellectual ambition.
• Develop engaging, innovative lessons.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum development

Innovative lesson design

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience teaching year 7 to 13

Job description

We are seeking an outstanding Head of Mathematics to lead a forward-thinking, highly skilled, and welcoming department that delivers a rich, challenging curriculum to bright, curious, young mathematicians.

As Head of Mathematics, you will champion a culture of intellectual ambition and ensure mathematics remains a subject that both excites and empowers our students. Our Maths department sits at the core of our academic community, fostering curiosity, creativity, and resilience both in lessons and beyond. You will lead a dynamic, collaborative team united by a passion for showing how mathematics shapes the world.

This is a role for an inspiring, proactive leader who leads by example - promoting excellence in teaching and learning, driving innovation, and creating engaging lessons that spark a lifelong love of learning. You will have the vision to develop a high-quality provision across Key Stage 3, GCSE, and A Level, ensuring every pupil thrives.

If you have exceptional leadership skills, a proven track record of teaching years 7 to 13, and the ambition to make a real impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About the School

As one of the UK’s leading schools, Putney High School is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged, and supported inside the classroom and beyond.

The school is set in leafy, tranquil grounds close to the heart of Putney and the River Thames.

The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
• Generous pension scheme
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Financial guidance and support
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

For further information and to apply for this exciting opportunity please click apply.

Applications must be received by Tuesday 27th January 2026 at 9am.

Interview date: Thursday 5th February 2026.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

Putney High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.