Head of Maths

Queen Elizabeth's Academy; Mansfield Woodhouse; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher pension 23.68%

CPD opportunities

Employee assistance

GP helpline

Eyecare vouchers

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Queen Elizabeth’s Academy in Mansfield is seeking an inspirational Head of Maths to lead the faculty through its next development phase. You will drive curriculum development, ensure high standards in teaching and learning, and secure strong outcomes for all students within a supportive academy culture.

You will work with senior leaders to raise attainment, coach colleagues, and contribute to academy improvement across Diverse Academies Trust.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has substantial experience teaching Mathematics.
• Proven record of raising attainment and improving student outcomes.
• Strong leadership, coaching and people-development skills.
• Excellent curriculum knowledge and understanding of effective pedagogy.
• Uses assessment and performance information to drive improvement.
• Committed to inclusion and safeguarding of every student.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development and continual improvement of the Maths faculty.
• Drive high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across key stages.
• Raise standards of achievement and improve outcomes for students.
• Lead, develop, coach and support Maths colleagues.
• Promote a culture of high expectations and professional growth.
• Contribute to whole-academy improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and the wider community.

Skills

Mathematics teaching

Leadership

Curriculum development

Data-driven improvement

Education

QTS – Maths

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader who is passionate about school improvement to lead the Maths faculty through the next stage of its development, securing excellent teaching, strong student outcomes and a culture of high expectations.

As Head of Maths, you will provide strategic leadership for the faculty, leading curriculum development, driving high standards of teaching and learning, and ensuring strong outcomes for all students. You will play a key role in academy improvement, working collaboratively with colleagues across the academy and wider Trust to deliver an ambitious and inclusive curriculum that enables every young person to fulfil their potential.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will:

• Lead the strategic development and continual improvement of the Maths faculty.
• Drive high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across all key stages.
• Raise standards of achievement and improve outcomes for students.
• Lead, develop, coach and support colleagues.
• Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion and professional growth.
• Contribute to whole‑academy improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and the wider community.

This role would suit a passionate and aspirational middle leader with a proven track record of securing strong outcomes and a commitment to ensuring every student achieves their best.

We would very much recommend and welcome you for a visit so you can meet us and understand our community.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has substantial experience teaching Mathematics.
• Has a proven record of raising attainment and improving student outcomes.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, coaching and people‑development skills.
• Has excellent curriculum knowledge and understanding of effective pedagogy.
• Uses assessment and performance information intelligently to drive improvement.
• Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and supporting the success of every student.
• Shares our values and belief that every young person can succeed.

Why join Queen Elizabeth’s Academy?

We are a growing secondary academy for students aged 11‑18 years based in Mansfield with over 880 students. In both our latest Ofsted and SIAMS inspections, we were rated ‘good’ overall with feedback that our academy has ‘established a culture that supports all pupils to learn well’ and that ‘pupils understand the school’s Christian values well’.

Our employee benefits

At Diverse Academies, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

• Enrolment into the Teacher Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 23.68%
• ExcellentContinuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunitiescovering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust’s Diverse Association for Professional Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme
• GP helpline
• Health and wellbeing advice and support
• Eyecare vouchers
• Salary sacrifice schemes - car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics
• Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc
• Health cash plan (personal or family) - where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc)
• Take a look at our rewards and benefits online

Applications

Closing date: 23 November 2026 11:59pm

Start date:12 April 2027 or earlier if available

About Diverse Academies Trust

Diverse Academies is a multi‑academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.

We empower.We respect.We care.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We expect everybody volunteering for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. View our safeguarding and child protection policy.