Head of Mathematics – Lead Maths Dept in Reading

Marchant Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-achieving secondary academy in Reading is seeking an ambitious Head of Mathematics to lead its STEM faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

The role combines strategic leadership with curriculum design, data-driven improvement, and staff development across KS3–KS5. You will mentor teachers, refine schemes of work, and drive GCSE/A-Level outcomes within Edexcel/AQA frameworks.

Qualifications

• QTS or recognised UK credentials with a mathematics degree
• Proven success in driving GCSE and A-Level Mathematics outcomes
• Experience leading a maths department or senior subject leadership
• Active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, curriculum design, and quality assurance across the Mathematics department
• Teach mathematically rigorous lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5
• Mentor and line-manage department teachers, conducting peer observations and professional development
• Analyze student progress data to implement effective revision and intervention programs
• Prepare Sixth Form pupils for STEP/MAT university entrance exams and UKMT Mathematical Challenges
• Manage departmental resources, digital software subscriptions, and assessment schedules

Skills

Curriculum design

Data analysis

Team leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Degree in Mathematics or quantitative field

Job description

A high-achieving secondary academy in Reading is seeking an ambitious Head of Mathematics to lead its STEM faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

The role combines strategic leadership with curriculum design, data-driven improvement, and staff development across KS3–KS5. You will mentor teachers, refine schemes of work, and drive GCSE/A-Level outcomes within Edexcel/AQA frameworks.