Head of Primary Mathematics Mastery (Hybrid)

Ark; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working model

Remote work up to 10 days/year

Flexitime core 10:00–16:00

25–30 days leave depending on service

Office closure Christmas–New Year

Ark Pension scheme 11%

Professional learning programme

Ark Rewards scheme

Job summary

Ark Curriculum Plus seeks a Head of Subject Mathematics (Primary) to lead curriculum design, assessment development and school support across the Ark network. You will shape a coherent primary maths programme, coordinate with senior leaders and ensure inclusive, high‑quality pedagogy across partners.

You will work in a hybrid setup from our West London office, engaging with national and international developments to keep the programme at the forefront of mathematics education.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with substantial primary mathematics expertise.
• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Minimum three years’ successful teaching in primary mathematics.
• Experience leading curriculum development beyond a single class.
• Strong understanding of progression in mathematics across primary–secondary.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic design and ongoing development of Mathematics Mastery Primary curriculum.
• Ensure inclusion-first principles across curriculum, assessment and development.
• Provide school support across the Ark network using AC+'s model.
• Oversee assessment strategy, including diagnostic, formative and summative elements.
• Develop training for colleagues and coordinate external curriculum designers.

Skills

Educational leadership

Subject leadership

Stakeholder management

Curriculum design

Communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant field

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Ark Curriculum Plus seeks a Head of Subject Mathematics (Primary) to lead curriculum design, assessment development and school support across the Ark network. You will shape a coherent primary maths programme, coordinate with senior leaders and ensure inclusive, high‑quality pedagogy across partners.

You will work in a hybrid setup from our West London office, engaging with national and international developments to keep the programme at the forefront of mathematics education.