Second in Department - Mathematics

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive governance

Safeguarding procedures

Valued environment

High aspirations

Dedicated team

Professional development

Welcoming environment

STOCCAT network

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Job summary

St. Cuthbert's RC High School is seeking a highly motivated Second in Mathematics to support the Head of Maths in strengthening the department and inspiring a love of maths across the school.

You will contribute to curriculum design, model high-quality teaching, and support colleagues to develop their practice, with opportunities to grow as a leader within a dynamic school community.

Qualifications

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Passion for inspiring students of all ages and abilities.
• Reflective and ambitious professional, committed to continuous improvement and lifelong learning.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit to support and motivate others.
• Proven track record of raising achievement and delivering positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of Maths in shaping and strengthening the department.
• Inspire a love of mathematics across the school.
• Contribute to curriculum design and model high-quality teaching.
• Support colleagues to develop their practice.
• Develop leadership skills within a supportive and forward‑looking environment.
• Help establish a Maths department that delivers excellent outcomes.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Inspiring students

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative

Leadership potential

Raising achievement

Reflective practitioner

Job description

St. Cuthbert's RC High School are currently seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Second in Mathematics. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate subject expert who wants to play a key role in shaping and strengthening our Maths department. As Second in Department, you will support the Head of Maths in building strong foundations for a thriving team, inspiring a love of mathematics across the school, and helping to establish a department that delivers consistently excellent outcomes for all students. You will contribute to curriculum design, model high-quality teaching, and support colleagues to develop their practice. At St. Cuthbert's RC High School, we are a diverse and vibrant community, committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic environment for both students and staff. This is more than just a job-it is an opportunity to make your mark, influence the direction of the department, and grow as a leader in a supportive and forward‑looking school. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our team, and we are committed to building an inclusive community where every member feels valued and supported. Flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. Our Mission: Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people. Our Values - One of Hope: Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools' opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp. One of Courage: As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable. One of Innovation: St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students of all ages and abilities.
• Believes every young person can achieve and is motivated to help them reach their full potential.
• Is a reflective and ambitious professional, committed to continuous improvement and lifelong learning.
• Brings strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to support and motivate others.
• Can demonstrate a proven track record of raising achievement and delivering positive impact.
• In return, you will have the opportunity to help build a Maths department that can become a real strength of the school, while developing your own leadership skills in a supportive and forward‑looking environment.

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Teachers' Pension Scheme

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children's barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website or alternatively a copy is available on request.

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio‑economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.