Lead Practitioner (Maths)

Denbigh School; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Denbigh School in Milton Keynes is seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Maths to join our team from January 2027. You will shape Teaching and Learning across the whole school and model outstanding mathematics teaching.

You will mentor colleagues, implement innovative strategies for KS4 and KS5 outcomes, and collaborate with the Deputy Headteacher to drive excellence in every classroom. This role offers a significant impact on student progress and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Model outstanding teaching, delivering dynamic and creative Maths lessons that inspire students and show relevance to daily life.
• Support the effective implementation of teaching strategies across the Maths department to empower learners.
• Mentor and coach colleagues to raise teaching quality within the department and across the school.
• Collaborate with the Teaching and Learning team under the Deputy Headteacher to evaluate and support Teaching and Learning across the whole school.
• Design and implement bespoke intervention strategies to help KS4 and KS5 students achieve excellent Maths outcomes.

Job description

LEAD PRACTITIONER (MATHS)

Commencing January 2027

Salary - Lead Practitioner (LP1 - LP10)

Are you an experienced teacher, who delivers exceptional Maths lessons that inspires and has a significant impact on the progress of students?

Are you ready to take the next step of your career, with a whole school role supporting Teaching and Learning?

The Role

Denbigh School is seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Maths to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Teaching and Learning at our school. As a Lead Practitioner of Maths at Denbigh School, you will:

• Model outstanding teaching, delivering dynamic and creative lessons that inspire students, bringing Maths to life and help them understand its relevance in their daily lives.


• Support the effective implementation of teaching strategies across the department to empower learners to express themselves with confidence and creativity.


• Mentor and coach colleagues, helping to raise the quality of teaching within your department and across the whole school, ensuring that students benefit from consistent and high-quality learning experiences.


• Collaborate as part of the Teaching and Learning team, under the leadership of the Deputy Headteacher, to evaluate and support Teaching and Learning across the whole school through initiatives such as learning walks, delivering quality training and conducting comprehensive reviews to drive excellence in every classroom.


• Play an active role in supporting students in achieving excellent outcomes in Maths through the design and implementation of bespoke intervention strategies with impact at KS4 and KS5.

About Denbigh School

Denbigh School is an excellent school with an enviable reputation. It is a highly successful, over-subscribed comprehensive school with 1750 students aged 11 - 18 and over 200 staff. At Denbigh School, we firmly believe that every student has the right to learn in every lesson, and every teacher has the right to teach without disruption. Our strong expectations around behaviour and engagement foster a calm, purposeful and dynamic environment where both staff and students can thrive. Our school embodies the core values of Kindness & Respect, Engagement, and Doing No Harm. These values are central to everything we do, guiding our approach as a school and as a cohesive team of staff.

For more information about our school, please explore our website: https://www.denbigh.net/

Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Denbigh School Recruitment Pack

About The Alliance Schools Trust

The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.

We are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.