Second in Maths

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Bridgwater is looking for a Second in Department for Maths. This leadership role involves supporting curriculum development, driving teaching quality, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a passion for inspiring students in Mathematics. The institution offers various benefits including professional development, flexible working options, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee Rewards Scheme

Flexible working options

On-site gyms

Free parking

Qualifications

• You must be an experienced teacher with strong leadership qualities.
• A passion for Maths and commitment to fostering student success is essential.
• Experience working in a collaborative team is desired.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Department and lead in their absence.
• Drive curriculum development across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Inspire high-quality teaching and learning across the department.
• Contribute to school improvement through strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership skills

Curriculum development

High-quality teaching

Mentoring

Student progress monitoring

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant subject degree

Job description

Second in Department Maths – Bridgwater College Academy

Location:Parkway, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4QY
Start Date:Anticipated (to be confirmed)
Salary: Qualified Teachers’ Pay Scale plus TLR2B

Inspire the Next Generation of Mathematicians

Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career? Do you have the passion and leadership skills to help shape the future of Maths education? Bridgwater and Taunton College Trust are seeking a dynamic and committed Second in Department for Maths to join our ambitious, collaborative, and inclusive team.

As Second in Department, you will:

• Support the Head of Department and lead in their absence.
• Drive curriculum development across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Inspire high-quality teaching and learning across the department.
• Lead strategic planning and contribute to whole-school improvement.
• Mentor and support new staff, including trainees and ECTs.
• Monitor student progress and ensure challenging targets are met.
• Play a key role in assessment, examinations, and departmental planning.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer a wide range of benefits and professional development opportunities:

• Trust-wide leadership competencies framework
• Access to a professional leadership development coach
• Personalised CPD through our Continual Professional Growth Policy
• Employee Rewards Scheme – High Street discounts, wellbeing centre
• Staff wellbeing support including on-site gyms and free parking
• Flexible working options – including part-time and job share opportunities
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 28th September 2025

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).