Second In Charge Of Mathematics

Protocol Education Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham seeks a Second in Charge of Mathematics. This role involves teaching and leading curriculum development in a supportive department. Ideal candidates will have QTS, experience up to GCSE, and a proven leadership background. Join a school rated 'Good' by Ofsted, offering opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free parking

Fitness facilities

Staff socials

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have more than 2 years of experience working within UK secondary schools.
• Experience in leading curriculum planning and development.
• Proven ability to mentor and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics across KS3–KS5, including A-Level.
• Assist the Head of Department in leadership tasks.
• Support and mentor colleagues in the Maths department.
• Track student progress and lead intervention strategies.
• Participate in extra-curricular activities related to Maths.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Strong background in Mathematics

Experience teaching up to GCSE

Leadership skills

Ability to motivate staff and students

Education

Relevant teaching qualifications

Job description

Overview

Location: Birmingham, B37

Salary: £41,000 – £56,959 (MPS/UPS + TLR 3,477)

Start: January or Sooner

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Ready to step up and take the next big step in your maths career? This is your chance to play a key leadership role in a thriving secondary school, shaping the future of mathematics teaching from KS3 right through to A-Level.

We’re working with a Ofsted-rated “Good” school with fantastic Sixth Form provision where the Maths department is well-established, results are strong, and staff are fully supported by an experienced leadership team. As Second in Charge of Mathematics, you’ll have the opportunity to combine teaching with leadership responsibilities, developing curriculum, mentoring colleagues, and driving forward excellence in maths.

What you’ll be doing:

• Teaching Mathematics across KS3–KS5, including A-Level

• Assisting the Head of Department in leading curriculum planning and development

• Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the department

• Tracking student progress and leading intervention strategies

• Helping to maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and achievement

• Mentor and support colleagues, including ECTs and non-specialists teaching Maths

• Lead on strategies to raise achievement and close attainment gaps

• Contribute to departmental development plans and whole-school improvement priorities

• Play an active role in extra-curricular activities (e.g. Maths clubs, competitions, enrichment events)

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with a strong background in Mathematics

• Experience teaching up to GCSE (A-Level desirable)

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and motivate staff and students

• Ambition to progress in leadership and shape the future of the department

• Must have more than 2 years of experience working within UK secondary schools

• We are unable to offer sponsorship for this position

Why Join This School?

• Ofsted-rated Good / with Outstanding features with strong academic outcomes.

• Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and career development.

• Modern facilities and excellent teaching resources.

• Clear opportunities for professional growth and progression.

• Staff wellbeing initiatives, including free parking, fitness facilities, staff socials.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see

the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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