Second in Mathematics

St Peter's CofE Academy; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD programme

Free on-site car parking

Occupational health

Meals on site

Staff wellbeing events

Eye tests for DSE

Job summary

St Peter's CofE Academy in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an outstanding and innovative Second in Department for Maths. You will work closely with the head of department to ensure high quality learning takes place and that outstanding attainment and progress is secured at key stage 3 and 4.

The successful candidate will lead, plan and deliver exemplary maths lessons, inspiring students and driving strong results. A focus on staff development and an ethos of high expectations underpins this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within maths departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the highest quality maths lessons.
• Drive attainment and progress at key stage 3 and 4.
• Lead and develop maths staff.
• Monitor and evaluate curriculum effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum planning

Data analysis

Team development

Job description

St Peter's CofE Academy is seeking an outstanding and innovative Second in Department for Maths. You will work closely with the head of department to ensure high quality learning takes place and that outstanding attainment and progress is secured at key stage 3 and 4.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering the highest quality lessons and achieving excellent results for your students, instilling in them a love for the subject and a desire to learn.

The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent leadership and management skills
• Be able to assist in motivating and developing the Maths staff at the Academy
• Demonstrate excellent curriculum, data and analytical skills to ensure that the curriculum is fit for purpose
• Demonstrate the potential to ensure exceptional progress for our students
• Be committed to St Peter's ethos of high expectations
• Have resolve to make a real difference to the lives of students

Academy Context:

St Peter’s CofE Academy is rated Good by Ofsted and is an over-subscribed, mixed 11-16 popular Church of England Academy which puts Christian values, faiths and high standards at the centre of all we do. We serve the whole community of Stoke-on-Trent and welcome students of all faiths and none.

We have a vibrant and exciting learning environment which embodies our core Christian values and the belief that we can enrich every life.

Our July 2026 staff survey graded the school as outstanding. Staff morale, staff wellbeing, staff workload and appreciation of staff achievement and contribution were graded highest across all categories.

We are proud of our staff and student wellbeing focus and we provide a comprehensive staff induction and ECT support programme with a highly commended on-going CPD programme for new and existing staff.

St Peter’s CofE Academy is a well-resourced school with a motivated and enthusiastic student body. The Academy is located in the heart of the city with excellent transport links by road or rail.

Staff Benefits:

• 2 weeks holiday at October half term
• A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
• Free on site car parking
• Access to occupational health
• Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
• Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
• Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses for DSE users
• A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24 - hour access
• Free fitness suite on site
• Money off membership of Fenton Manor Leisure Centre
• An exceptional staff well-being offer with wellbeing meetings half termly including a Menopause group
• Annual staff wellbeing day following the annual Open Evening with a host of free wellbeing activities for all staff

DBS Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Asylum and Immigration

To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislation you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered.

Believe that all children can and will achieve