Maths Lead

Maths Lead

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Location: London Borough of Havering

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Maths Lead to work across two alternative provision academies. This is a unique opportunity to lead and inspire in a role that will transform students' lives and educational journeys.

• Curriculum Development: Design and implement a dynamic KS3/4 Maths curriculum that engages and inspires all students.
• Leadership: Collaborate with leadership teams to establish a clear and strategic vision for Maths across both academies.
• Action Plans: Develop and execute coherent, impactful plans for the Maths curriculum.
• Teaching Excellence: Demonstrate and model the highest standards of teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Department Management: Lead, support, and manage Maths department staff, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Resources & Strategies: Create and maintain syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, and teaching strategies to ensure excellent outcomes.
• Student Engagement: Plan interactive and exciting Maths lessons that engage KS3/4 students, including those with SEMH and additional barriers to learning.
• Safeguarding: Act immediately on child protection concerns and ensure compliance with safeguarding policies.
• Coaching & Mentorship: Mentor students and work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to meet individual needs.
• Professional Growth: Contribute to the wider professional responsibilities and vision of the academies.

Please note: Duties are not exhaustive and may include other responsibilities as required by the headteacher.

• Essential:
  • First degree or equivalent.
  • DfE-recognised Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status (QTLS).
• Desirable:
  • Evidence of CPD to enhance classroom practice.

• Essential:
  • Proven record of successful classroom practice.
  • Strong behaviour management skills, including the use of de-escalation techniques.
  • Experience using assessment data to track progress and raise standards.
  • Experience supporting students with SEMH and complex educational needs.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Desirable:
  • Experience providing pastoral support for SEMH students.

• Essential:
  • In-depth understanding of the KS3/4 Maths curriculum and assessment frameworks.
  • Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies, as well as current pedagogical approaches.
  • Awareness of the challenges in SEMH environments and working with disadvantaged students.
• Desirable:
  • Understanding of specialised SEMH curricula and additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, and SpLD.

• Strong strategic, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Ability to teach Maths confidently and creatively across KS3/4 to a range of abilities.
• Effective time management to work across two sites.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and external agencies.

• Resilience, empathy, and a commitment to inclusion.
• Belief in the transformative power of education.
• Dedication to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

If you are a motivated and inspiring professional with the expertise and passion to lead Maths in an alternative provision setting, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of a team transforming futures!