Head of Mathematics

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Carlisle
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Education
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Curriculum Design Teaching Mathematics Leadership Assessment Student Outcomes Curriculum Development Classroom Practice

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Mathematics

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk], Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 7NN

Closing date: 27 April 2026 at 9am

Job details

Job role: Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subject: Mathematics

Working pattern: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Pay scale: UPS

Additional allowances: TLR 1b (£12497)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and highly effective Head of Mathematics who is passionate about inspiring young people and driving excellent outcomes across the full age and ability range.

The successful candidate will lead a well-established, well-resourced and highly collaborative department, delivering Mathematics at GCSE, alongside Core Maths, Mathematics and Further Mathematics at Key Stage 5. You will provide clear strategic direction, ensuring consistently high-quality teaching, a well-sequenced curriculum and strong outcomes for all students.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and reflective practitioner ready to take the next step in their career, or for an existing leader seeking to further develop their impact. We are looking for someone with strong subject expertise, a clear vision for excellence in Mathematics education, and the ability to lead, motivate and develop others.

At [Employer hidden], we are proud of our improving outcomes and positive academic record. We are committed to building on this success through a relentless focus on high expectations, curriculum coherence and adaptive teaching.. The Head of Mathematics will play a key role in driving this work forward, ensuring consistency of practice and high standards across the department.

We can offer:

  • A supportive and forward-thinking school with a strong leadership culture
  • High-quality CPD, including leadership development and instructional coaching
  • A well-resourced department with established schemes of work
  • The opportunity to lead a committed and collaborative team
  • A school culture that values innovation, accountability and professional growth

We are looking for a leader who:

  • Has a proven track record of strong classroom practice and improving student outcomes
  • Can lead and develop a team to secure consistently high-quality teaching
  • Has a clear understanding of curriculum design, assessment and progression
  • Is committed to high standards, inclusion and raising achievement for all students
  • Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school

If you are a motivated and ambitious leader with a passion for Mathematics and a commitment to excellence, we would welcome your application and the opportunity for you to contribute to the continued success of [Employer hidden].

What the school offers its staff

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary sacrifice schemes eg Cycle to Work and Tax Free Childcare

Regular staff events eg charity coffee mornings

Retail discount scheme

Staff sports

Supportive staff

Extensive CPD opportunities

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

All roles involve regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

[Employer hidden] is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils. Our Safeguarding Policy can be found using the following link:

https://caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-documents/

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.

[Employer hidden] is an equal opportunities employer.

Note: References may be sought on receipt of applications

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

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