Second in Department for Maths

Colne Valley High School; Kitchenroyd; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A comprehensive secondary school in the UK is seeking a passionate and motivated Second in Department for Maths. This role involves supporting curriculum development, promoting high teaching standards, and leading initiatives to raise student attainment. The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional development and career progression within a growing Multi-Academy Trust. Starting ASAP, the role offers competitive pay and a supportive environment for teaching excellence.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and driven.
• Supports a team in delivering high standards of Teaching and Learning.

Responsibilities

• Support the Curriculum Leader in curriculum development.
• Promote high standards of teaching and learning.
• Lead initiatives to raise student attainment and motivation.

Skills

Passion for teaching Maths

Motivational skills

Curriculum development

Job description

Overview

Colne Valley High School
Second in Department for Maths
Permanent, full-time role
MPS/UPS plus a TLR 2C
Start: ASAP/ January 2026

This is a truly exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Teacher of Maths to work alongside the Curriculum Leader for Maths here at Colne Valley High School part of Great Heights Academy Trust. As the Second in Department, you will be instrumental in inspiring and motivating both your team and our students from KS3 through to KS4. You will play a key role in helping to drive the Academy forward, raising standards and creating outstanding life chances for educational achievement.

We are looking to recruit an education professional who is passionate about the teaching of Maths. We are looking for someone who wants to inspire, is excited by learning and has a desire to further develop a career within an ambitious Multi-Academy Trust. The successful candidate must be highly motivated and driven by the desire to support a team in delivering high standards of Teaching and Learning.

In return you will work with a progressive and forward thinking Multi Academy Trust where there are opportunities for development and career progression. Great Heights Academy Trust is a growing multi-academy trust with eight schools in the West Yorkshire area with plans to further expand. In addition, we are home to a SCITT, Research School and an English Hub.

As standard, we offer ongoing Continuous Professional Development covering all aspects of teaching, learning and leadership - preparing you for the next phase of your career.

Responsibilities

As Second in Department, you will be instrumental in inspiring and motivating both your team and our students from KS3 through KS4 and play a key role in driving the Academy forward, raising standards and creating outstanding life chances for educational achievement.

• Support the Curriculum Leader for Maths in curriculum development and leadership within the department.
• Promote high standards of teaching and learning across KS3–KS4.
• Lead initiatives to raise student attainment and motivation.

Requirements / Qualifications

We are looking to recruit an education professional who is passionate about the teaching of Maths. The successful candidate must be highly motivated and driven by the desire to support a team in delivering high standards of Teaching and Learning.

What we offer

We offer opportunities for development and career progression within a growing Multi-Academy Trust, which includes a SCITT, Research School and an English Hub. Continuous Professional Development is provided to support teaching, learning and leadership development.

Application details

Closing Date: Tuesday 7th October, 9am
Interviews: TBC
Apply now by visiting our Trust site vacancy page and selecting the Apply Now option for Second in Department for Maths at Colne Valley High School.

Safeguarding and data

Great Heights Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought, and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, an online search, and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.

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