Maths Curriculum Lead Teacher based at Heywood Academy

Hollinwood Academy; Chadderton; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Chadderton seeks a Curriculum Lead for Maths with QTS/QTLS. The role involves leading the maths curriculum from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5 while ensuring lessons are tailored to students with autism and communication needs. The position offers a Teacher's Pay Scale salary plus additional responsibility payments. Full-time commitment is required, starting in September 2026, with mentorship opportunities in a thriving team committed to student success.

Benefits

High-quality CPD through dedicated learning team

Career development and progression

Holiday Saturday Fund membership

Trust TOIL scheme

Qualifications

• Specific experience working with students with SEND and autism.
• Excellent practitioner with motivation to inspire student learning.
• Knowledge of autism and ASC strategies to adapt learning.
• Up-to-date understanding of the National Curriculum for KS3-KS5.
• Experience of assessment practice and data tracking.
• Hardworking and organized with resilience for working with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the KS3 maths curriculum for students with ASC/SLCN.
• Lead and develop the maths curriculum from KS3 to KS5.
• Design adaptive lessons meeting diverse student needs.
• Track and analyze student progress for achievement.
• Mentor colleagues in maths curriculum planning.

Skills

Experience with students with SEND and autism

Inspiration in student learning

Knowledge of autism strategies

Adaptation of learning for different abilities

Proactive professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

The Trustees are looking to recruit a Curriculum lead for Maths with QTS/QTLS. Heywood Academy Teacher's Pay Scale + TLR2a (£3,527 pa) + SEN (£2,787 pa). Commencing September 2026.

Heywood Academy is one of the New Bridge Multi‑Academy Trust’s latest special schools, opening its doors to students in September 2025. The 75‑placement school offers tailored educational support for young people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and/or who may experience Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN) associated with ASC. The school delivers a broad and balanced curriculum that enables students from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5 to access creative learning opportunities tailored to meet their individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the KS3 maths national curriculum, ensuring it is broad and balanced for students with ASC/SLCN and mild/moderate learning difficulties.
• Lead and develop the maths curriculum from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5.
• Design and implement lessons that meet the diverse needs of students with autism and speech, language, and communication needs.
• Use a wide range of communication tools to support students’ learning.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation through adaptive lessons.
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the wider community.
• Track and analyse student progress to raise attainment and achievement.
• Provide mentoring and support to colleagues in maths curriculum planning.

Qualifications

• Specific experience working with students with SEND and autism.
• Excellent practitioner with commitment and motivation to inspire student learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of autism and ASC strategies to adapt learning.
• Up‑to‑date understanding of the National Curriculum at all ability levels; adapt learning to meet KS3‑KS5 learners.
• Deliver Maths at entry level, GCSE (foundation and higher) and appropriate accreditations at KS4 and KS5.
• Lead the Maths curriculum from KS3 to KS5.
• Experience of enhancement of student progress gains and raising attainment and achievement in all students.
• Experience of current assessment practice and use of data and student progress tracking.
• Hardworking, organised and proactive in professional development.
• Emotional and physical resilience necessary when working with complex needs.

Benefits

• The opportunity to be part of a thriving team committed to creating meaningful futures for students and staff.
• High quality continuing professional development (CPD) through our dedicated Everyone Learning Team.
• A commitment to future career development and progression within the trust.
• Holiday Saturday Fund membership and access to benefits.
• Trust TOIL scheme for all staff.

Salary: Teacher's Pay Scale + TLR2a (£3,527 pa) + SEN (£2,787 pa). Hours of work: Full‑time. Commencing: September 2026. Closing date: Friday 30th January 2026. Interview: Wednesday 2nd March 2026.

For more information please contact Louise Needham ([e-mail]) or Emma McManus ([e-mail]). Apply by emailing [e-mail].