Head of Maths

TimePlan Education; Oxford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Maths for a full-time role in Reading, starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience working in schools and hold a Qualified Teacher Status. Responsibilities include teaching students and managing behaviour effectively. The school offers state-of-the-art facilities, continued professional development, and several perks including discounts for contractors. This position is available on a contract or permanent basis.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Continued professional development

Social events

Dedicated consultant

Discounts at partner retailers

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Qualified Teacher Status or a recognised UK equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to process one.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students' learning and development.
• Manage behaviour and promote positive learning methods.

Skills

Experience working with children in a school setting

Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Head of Department: Head of Maths

Start date: January 2026

Location: Reading

Work pattern: Full time, 36 hours per week/ 38 weeks (Term time only)

Employment Type: Contract / Permanent

Salary: Competitive

About the role

A sought-after school have had an opportunity for Head of Maths to join them on a contract basis although the ideal candidate will be looking for a permanent role. The school has state of the art classroom equipment. As well as local access to public transport facilities and staff parking.

Responsibilities

• In this role you would be required to teach and support school students' learning, social, emotional and physical development
• Manage behaviour whilst encouraging promoting positive learning methods

Requirements

• Experience working with children in a school setting
• Qualified Teacher Status or a recognised UK equivalent
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to process one

What we offer you

• Competitive salary
• Continued professional development
• Social events
• A personal dedicated consultant
• Discounts on high street retail from our partner companies for TimePlan contractors

Application

• If you meet these requirements and want to be considered for this school, then we would be delighted to hear from you by receiving an up-to-date version of your CV.
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