Teacher of Mathematics - Raising Standards Lead

Blenheim High School; Epsom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local academic institution in Epsom is seeking a dedicated teacher for departmental leadership. Your role will involve working collaboratively to enhance student progress in mathematics through effective interventions and high expectations. Candidates should possess a relevant teaching qualification and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and a commitment to supporting all students, including those requiring additional support. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting disadvantaged and SEND students.
• Ability to communicate professionally with parents.
• Experience in delivering structured interventions in Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Lead departmental initiatives to improve teaching and learning in Mathematics.
• Monitor student progress and implement support as needed.
• Contribute to self-evaluation frameworks aimed at raising standards.

Skills

Growth mindset

Interpersonal communication

Data tracking

Collaboration

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Job Purpose

Work in collaboration with the Deputy Headteacher - Mathematics Lead to:

• Contribute to all aspects of departmental leadership and the monitoring of student progress.
• Ensure that all students, including identified cohorts, achieve the highest possible standards.
• Model exemplary professional practice and uphold high expectations across the department.
• Use assessment data effectively to inform teaching and enhance student outcomes.
• Provide targeted intervention and remove barriers to learning for underachieving students.
• Support high-quality planning, assessment and feedback, including DIRT processes.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, shared resources and constructive lesson observation.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and staff.
• Lead departmental CPD where appropriate.
• Maintain strong visibility within the department and serve as a point of contact for staff and students.
• Support and challenge members of the Mathematics department as necessary.

Safeguarding

To be familiar with school policies, in particular safeguarding procedures, and promote the welfare of children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the articulation, implementation and reinforcement of the departmental and whole-school vision.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to teaching, learning and departmental practice.
• Deliver structured and effective interventions to improve student performance in Mathematics.
• Contribute to the monitoring of progress towards departmental attainment targets.
• Support a robust self-evaluation framework aimed at raising standards.
• Promote high expectations of progress for all students and uphold inclusive practice.
• Ensure the effective implementation of key departmental and whole-school policies.
• Support and develop staff through coaching, mentoring and modelling of best practice.
• Provide constructive professional feedback to colleagues to ensure strong student outcomes.
• Ensure appropriate provision for vulnerable and SEND students.
• Communicate professionally with parents and contribute to departmental and whole-school INSET.
• Uphold and exemplify the values and ethos of the school.

Person Specification

• Demonstrates a growth mindset and a commitment to the collective good.
• Inspires confidence and motivation in others.
• Maintains professionalism under pressure and responds calmly to challenges.
• Works collaboratively and places students’ needs at the forefront of decision-making.
• Possesses strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Shows genuine commitment to working with students, colleagues and the wider school community.
• Demonstrates flexibility, resilience and confidence in demanding contexts.
• Able to motivate students and use data effectively to track and support their progress.
• Committed to supporting disadvantaged and SEND students.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.

General

• Demonstrate a keen interest in all aspects of school life.
• Show solidarity by supporting school policy, and the Leadership team, publicly.
• Challenge school policy, and the Leadership team, privately.