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Heron Hall Academy is an ambitious, eight-form entry mixed secondary school and a proud part of North Star Community Trust, a family of schools built on the belief that we are Stronger Together. The Trust plays a vital role in the communities it serves, creating real, lasting change through education, opportunity and support.

At Heron Hall, we share the Trust’s vision - to help every child succeed at school and in life. We live by the values of Education, Community, Opportunity , ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feels part of a strong and caring community, and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual. As soon as you enter Heron Hall, you feel the pride, purpose and unity that define us. Our high standards and inclusive culture ensure that every pupil is supported, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential. We believe in every child and together, with North Star Community Trust, we help them believe in themselves.

We are seeking an inspirational, dedicated and experienced Head of Maths to provide strategic and operational leadership within our academy. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a department that delivers a high-quality, inclusive and ambitious curriculum, supporting pupils across all key stages and designed to meet the needs of all learners. The Maths curriculum at our academy is rooted in developing secure conceptual understanding, problem-solving confidence and a genuine enjoyment of the subject. It offers a broad and carefully sequenced programme that equips pupils with the mathematical knowledge, skills and reasoning required for success both in school and beyond.

As Head of Department, you will be responsible for leading curriculum development, staff management and departmental improvement, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for pupils. You will provide clear direction and professional guidance for the team, oversee effective use of resources and data analysis to drive informed decision-making. A teaching commitment is included within the role, enabling you to model excellent classroom practice, support the development of colleagues and remain closely involved in pupils’ learning experiences.

You will be a qualified teacher (QTS) with a degree in Maths or a closely related field and you will bring strong leadership experience within secondary education. You will have a proven track record of delivering outstanding Maths teaching across Key Stages 3–5, securing excellent outcomes at GCSE and A level, driving curriculum development, supporting diverse learners and improving attainment through innovative pedagogy and strategic initiatives.

Passionate about mathematics and its power to transform pupils’ futures, you will inspire both students and staff, champion high-quality teaching and learning and foster an inclusive, safe and high-performing departmental culture. Strong organisational, communication and IT skills are essential, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining the highest standards.

• Access to NSCT Health Cash Plan, covering a range of healthcare cover, benefits, perks and discounts
• Career pathways and leadership development
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Promote manageable workloads and support a healthy work life balance
• Generous pension scheme
• Subsidised lunches in our canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff referral bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close early.

We do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted via My New Term.

We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

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North Star Community Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other pre-employment checks relevant to their role.