Head of Maths Department

Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities in South Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Head of Mathematics to lead the Maths Department with vision and high expectations. The role combines strong subject leadership with an inclusive approach, overseeing curriculum design across Key Stages and targeting attainment and progress.

You will drive staff development, support learners including those with SEND, maintain safeguarding, and communicate clearly with parents,

Qualifications

• Experience leading a mathematics department and driving attainment.
• Ability to integrate Catholic ethos and values.
• Strong collaboration and communication with staff, parents, and pupils.

Responsibilities

• Catholic Ethos & Values Integration: promote the Catholic ethos of the school within the school.
• Subject Leadership & Academic Attainment: lead curriculum and raise standards across Key Stages; track progress.
• Targeted Support & Curriculum Access: oversee interventions for pupils; ensure SEND and disadvantaged learners access maths.
• Organisation, Leadership & Communication: maintain high-level organisation; communicate with staff, leaders, parents and pupils.
• Teamwork & Enthusiasm: inspire students and colleagues; support CPD and share best practices.
• Safeguarding & Student Welfare: uphold safeguarding and pupil well-being in all aspects of the department.

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and vision-driven Head of Mathematics to lead our Maths Department. The successful candidate will combine strong subject leadership with an inclusive, high-expectation approach to mathematics education.

Key Responsibilities & Criteria

Catholic Ethos & Values Integration Promote and embody the Catholic ethos of the school within the school.

Subject Leadership & Academic Attainment Work collaboratively with maths teachers to raise standards, track student progress, and implement evidence-based teaching strategies. Lead curriculum design across Key Stages to ensure stretch, challenge, and tailored support that drive measurable attainment and progress.

Targeted Support & Curriculum Access Oversee targeted interventions for individual pupils, small groups, and whole classes. Ensure pupils with SEND, disadvantaged backgrounds, or learning gaps receive the necessary scaffolding and support to access the full maths curriculum and experience a genuine sense of achievement.

Organisation, Leadership & Communication Demonstrate high-level organisational capability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Communicate clearly and effectively with departmental colleagues, senior leadership, parents, and pupils to align on shared academic goals.

Teamwork & Enthusiasm Bring passion and enthusiasm for mathematics to the role, inspiring both students and colleagues. Lead by example, supporting staff professional development (CPD), sharing best practices, and building a collaborative, high-performing team.

Safeguarding & Student Welfare Maintain an uncompromised commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and pupil well-being, ensuring a safe, supportive learning environment across the department always.