Apply by: Friday 20th November 2026. Interviews will take place on 23rd November. (We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before this closing date and change our interview date.)

Start date: January 27 or Easter 27

This is an exciting time to join our senior
middle leadership team at the unique Silverstone University Technical College. This is an excellent opportunity for a
candidate to lead a rapidly improving maths department whilst also taking on a
whole-school priority; the strategic leadership of data. This role will allow an
aspiring strategic leader to demonstrate their suitability for a senior
leadership role in the future.

Silverstone UTC is a purpose-built centre of
excellence for young people wanting to break into the specialist fields of
High-Performance Engineering and Business with Events Management. It is based
in the very heart of British Motorsport, within the Silverstone circuit, in a
stunning multi-million-pound facility. Inspected by OFSTED in September 2026, achieving
Expected Standard across the board, the school has successfully navigated a
period of sustained improvement following the introduction of a new senior
leadership team in 2024.

DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic direction

Promote
maths, its importance, and the value that it brings across the school
Have a good understanding of how well the
subject is being delivered and the impact it has on pupil achievement
Promote
employer engagement through the maths curriculum and ensure that teaching and
learning illustrates how the subject might lead to meaningful career
opportunities
Promote
pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, cultural, physical and mental development
alongside British values in the teaching of maths
Work with
the special educational needs co-ordinator (SENDCO) to ensure the curriculum
matches the needs of different pupils, such as disadvantaged pupils and those
with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)

Leading the curriculum

Develop and
review regularly the vision, aims and purpose for the subject area
Oversee the
planning of the curriculum content, ensuring it is well sequenced to promote
pupil progress
Ensure the
planned curriculum is effectively and consistently implemented across the
subject
Make sure
there is an effective system of assessment that oversees the progress of pupils
to ensure the curriculum has a positive impact on pupils’ learning
Have an
overarching responsibility for pupils’ achievement and standards in the subject
area

Leading and managing staff

Line
management of maths teaching staff
Provide
support to staff regarding teaching and learning, resources, and planning in
maths.
Monitor
teaching and learning using the whole-school QA systems.
Liaise
effectively with exam boards to ensure that teachers understand and are
familiar with the syllabuses that are being delivered
Support
teachers to make accurate assessments, manage internal and external moderation,
and complete external moderation exercises
Contribute
to timetabling and manage setting pupils into attainment groups

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Strategic
lead for the compilation, analysis, and production of reports of student
attainment and progress.

Import
and manage assessment data from external providers (e.g., GL Assessments)
and maintain target-setting data

Support
internal evaluation and self-assessment processes by providing accurate
and timely data

Create,
customise, and maintain reports, mark books, and templates for internal
and external reporting

Line
management of data staff

Communication and Collaboration:

Work
closely with the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, support staff, and
parents to ensure effective use of data

Respond
to ad hoc data requests and ensure compliance with data protection and
security policies

Maintain
historical records

Other areas of responsibility

Safeguarding

Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g.
Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child
protection policies
Work with the DSL to promote the best interests of pupils,
including sharing concerns where necessary
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school

Form tutoring

Teachers at
SUTC are expected to take on the role of the form tutor.

Deliver tutorial sessions effectively, following the
programme of study provided.
Foster excellent relationships with tutees and their
parents.
Make regular and effective communication with parents
and carers to support students in your tutor group.

Please note that this list of
duties is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the
role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the faculty leader will
carry out. The postholder may be required to do other
duties appropriate to the level of the role.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Qualifications

Degree in a relevant, maths based subject
area.
PGCE or equivalent

Experience
and knowledge

Excellent
teacher of maths.
Contribution
to extra-curricular activities.
Evidence
of securing good outcomes at KS4 and 5.
Experience of producing and analysing high-quality
data. (Desirable)
Knowledge
of data protection regulations and best practices in data security
(Desirable)

Ability to
teach GCSE Statistics
(Desirable)

Core Professional
Competencies

The
successful candidate will be skilled at:

Setting
high expectations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Building
positive relationships with all stakeholders.
Developing and adapting the curriculum.

The
successful candidate will:

Have an up-to-date understanding of the
national curriculum and examination specifications
Understand
how to adapt teaching and learning to meet the needs of all learners,
including those with special educational needs.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet
deadlines, and work independently.
Strong
analytical skills with attention to detail and high accuracy in data
handling.
Proficiency
in MIS and data platforms and advanced use of spreadsheets and data
presentation.
(Desirable)

Generic Competencies

A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
Uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Commitment to safeguarding and equality

Professional Development

Evidence of continued professional development.

Safeguarding

The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and young people and must ensure that the
highest priority is given to following guidance and regulations to safeguard
children and young people. The
successful candidate will therefore be required to undergo an Enhanced
Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Head of Maths and Strategic Data Lead

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