Lead Maths Practitioner — Inspire, Develop, Excel

Dorset Council; Castletown; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Academy Portland is seeking an ambitious Lead Practitioner of Maths to join a supportive team on the Jurassic Coast. This permanent, full-time role starts January 2027 and offers a clear path to leadership within a thriving academy.

You will lead curriculum design, model best practice, and raise teaching standards while supporting colleagues across the Maths department in a high-expectation environment.

Qualifications

• Outstanding Maths practitioner with a passion for teaching.
• Experience supporting and developing students.
• Enthusiasm, positivity and optimism in the classroom.
• Commitment, hardworking and collaborative.
• Desire to learn and make a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a curriculum built around curiosity, critical thinking and real-world application.
• Model excellent classroom practice across the Academy.
• Champion high standards of teaching and learning in Maths.
• Support and develop colleagues within the Maths team.
• Play a leading role in strengthening the Maths department.

Job description

Atlantic Academy Portland is seeking an ambitious Lead Practitioner of Maths to join a supportive team on the Jurassic Coast. This permanent, full-time role starts January 2027 and offers a clear path to leadership within a thriving academy.

You will lead curriculum design, model best practice, and raise teaching standards while supporting colleagues across the Maths department in a high-expectation environment.