Head of Mathematics

Sutton Valence School; Sutton Valence; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Kent is seeking a Head of Mathematics to lead the department and oversee pupil progress. The ideal candidate will have strong teaching skills, excellent organisational abilities, and a commitment to student-centered education. This role includes providing guidance to colleagues and ensuring high-quality instruction. Benefits include healthcare membership and fee remission.

Benefits

Benenden healthcare membership

Fitness facilities

Fee remission

Free school meals

Free parking

EV scheme

And more!

Qualifications

• Outstanding leadership, teaching skills, and ability to engage pupils.
• Experience in teaching Further Maths is advantageous.
• Commitment to student-centric teaching and holistic education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of Mathematics in Senior School.
• Accountable for pupils' progress and quality of teaching.
• Provide guidance and support to department colleagues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

We are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher, leader and administrator as Head of Mathematics in the Senior School with responsibility for overseeing the continued development of the subject. The post is available from January 2026. The Head of Department is accountable for the progress of the pupils, the quality of teaching within lessons, the behaviour, attainment and progress of pupils within lessons, and the reporting of pupils' progress to parents. The successful applicant will be able to teach a diverse range of techniques and processes. To be successful, you should have excellent organisational and time-management skills and enjoy leading and working as part of a team, with an ability to provide effective guidance and support to all colleagues. The department\'s teaching style is very much centred on the pupils and their individual needs, and you should be fully committed to this aim. The ability to teach Further Maths would be advantageous.

About us

Sutton Valence School is a leading co-educational boarding and day school educating more than 886 pupils aged 2-18 years. Set in the heart of Kent, we boast beautiful surroundings that have been inspiring pupils since 1576. We enjoy an excellent reputation for providing a truly holistic education for our pupils, reflecting our Christian ethos.

Benefits

• Benenden healthcare membership
• Fitness facilities
• Fee remission
• Free school meals
• Free parking
• EV scheme
• And more!

Safeguarding and application information

Closing date: Friday, 10 October 2025. Please note: we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a declaration of medical fitness. It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. 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. A copy of the School\'s Child Protection policy may be found on the School\'s website, which all applicants are expected to read prior to interview. Sutton Valence School is an equal opportunities employer.