High School Head Of Department

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel, in partnership with a high-achieving Blackburn secondary school, seeks an outstanding Head of Mathematics to start January 2027.

You will lead the Mathematics department across Key Stages 3 and 4, drive teaching excellence, monitor curriculum, and develop staff. This is a leadership role with a focus on improving outcomes and sustaining a culture of high expectations.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has leadership experience within a secondary school context.
• Demonstrates a track record of delivering strong Mathematics outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Mathematics department across KS3 and KS4.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Monitor and evaluate curriculum delivery and assessment practices.
• Coach and develop teaching staff within the department.
• Analyse student progress data and implement effective interventions.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement initiatives and leadership priorities.

Skills

QTS

Leadership experience

Mathematics expertise

Communication skills

Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Head of Mathematics - Blackburn, Lancashire

Full-Time | Permanent Opportunity | January 2027 Start

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a high-achieving and ambitious secondary school in Blackburn, Lancashire, to appoint an outstanding Head of Mathematics from January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mathematics teacher and current middle leader, or an ambitious practitioner ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated department and play a key role in driving exceptional outcomes across the school.

The Role:

As Head of Mathematics, you will be responsible for leading and developing a successful department, ensuring outstanding teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will inspire both staff and students, promoting a culture of high expectations, academic excellence, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Mathematics department.
• Driving high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.
• Monitoring and evaluating curriculum delivery and assessment practices.
• Supporting, coaching, and developing teaching staff within the department.
• Analysing student progress data and implementing effective intervention strategies.
• Contributing to whole-school improvement initiatives and leadership priorities.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes in Mathematics.
• Possesses leadership experience within a secondary school setting.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisational, and management skills.
• Is passionate about raising attainment and inspiring young people to succeed.
• Has the ability to motivate, support, and develop colleagues.

The School:

This is a well-regarded, high-performing secondary school with a strong reputation across Lancashire. The school is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and providing students with the highest quality education. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team, excellent facilities, and a culture that encourages innovation and career progression.

What the School Offers:

• A leadership opportunity within a successful and forward-thinking school.
• Highly supportive senior leadership team.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.
• Engaged and motivated students.
• A collaborative and ambitious staff team.
• Competitive salary in line with experience and leadership responsibilities.