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Teaching Vacancies; Withernsea; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Leadership opportunities

Collaborative staff culture

Job summary

Withernsea High School is seeking an ambitious and inspirational Head of Mathematics to lead a dynamic department. You will drive high standards in teaching and learning, motivate staff, and improve outcomes for all students.

The role requires QTS with strong maths teaching experience, leadership capability and a commitment to inclusion and safeguarding. You will shape curriculum planning and contribute to whole-school improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful experience teaching mathematics across secondary age range.
• Experience leading or contributing significantly to maths curriculum planning and improvement.
• Proven ability to drive student progress through high-quality teaching and robust assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the maths department to drive high standards in teaching and learning.
• Analyse data to inform intervention and departmental improvement planning.
• Collaborate with staff to develop curriculum and professional development.
• Model excellent classroom practice and promote safeguarding and inclusion.

Skills

QTS

Mathematics teaching

Curriculum leadership

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an ambitious, inspirational and highly effective leader with a strong track record of excellent classroom practice and a passion for mathematics education. The successful candidate will have the ability to lead and motivate a team, drive high standards of teaching and learning, and improve outcomes for all students.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and successful experience teaching mathematics across the secondary age range.
• Experience of leading, developing or contributing significantly to curriculum planning and improvement within a mathematics department.
• A proven ability to secure strong student progress and achievement through high-quality teaching and effective use of assessment.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to inspire colleagues and foster a collaborative team culture.
• A commitment to inclusion and the belief that all students can succeed in mathematics.
• The ability to analyse data effectively and use it to inform teaching, intervention and departmental improvement planning.
• High expectations of behaviour, attendance and achievement, with the resilience and determination to drive continual improvement.
• A commitment to safeguarding, staff development and the wider life of the school.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, forward-thinking and eager to make a significant contribution to our school community, leading a department that enables every student to develop confidence, resilience and success in mathematics.

What the school offers its staff

At our school, we are committed to creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive. We believe that investing in our people is essential to achieving the best outcomes for our young people.

We offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative staff team with a strong sense of community.
• High-quality professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A culture of continuous improvement where innovation, creativity and professional expertise are valued.
• Enthusiastic students who are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
• A dedicated and experienced leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to contribute to whole-school improvement and shape the strategic direction of the school.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and ensuring every student is known, valued and supported.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and a range of staff benefits.

Commitment to safeguarding

Withernsea High School is thoroughly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check

Salary to be discussed during confidential discussion following initial application.