Leader of Maths

Castleford Academy is a high-performing, over-subscribed 11-16 school with a strong academic record and a commitment to excellence. We invest in our staff through tailored professional development, well-being support, and opportunities for career progression.

With outcomes consistently above national averages, our success is driven by dedicated staff, hardworking pupils, and supportive families. Join a team that works together to achieve excellence and make a real difference in the Castleford community.

The academy is part of Castleford Academy Trust. Leaders challenge and support all stakeholders to achieve outstanding outcomes for all pupils across the Trust. We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality teachers and support staff, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development.

Leader of Maths

September 2026

L8 - L11

Actual Salary £61,534- £66,368

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Leader of Maths to lead our successful Maths department.

We are looking for an excellent practitioner to work collaboratively with other Leaders of Department to develop colleagues in delivering outstanding lessons and develop the Maths curriculum, raising academic achievement and ensuring all pupils make outstanding progress.

You will be:

Able to inspire pupils of all abilities within Maths to achieve their highest potential across Key Stage 3/4.

Able to lead a team of high achieving specialists.

Committed to delivering consistently outstanding teaching and ability to share your practice with others in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Contribute to the strategic development of the department by implementing new initiatives, monitoring and reporting on key outcomes, to ensure the department meets academic targets.

Responsible and be accountable for pupil attainment and achievement, by tracking pupil progress and supporting individual pupils’ learning needs.

You will be/have:

An outstanding practitioner.

Inspirational, dedicated and motivated.

A dedication to being the best you can be.

A passion for Maths and the education of young people.

Committed to Castleford Academy values.

Committed to achieving the best for every pupil.

Supportive of the Academy’s ethos and values at all times both within the Academy and the wider community.

Committed to inspiring pupils and staff in the development of teaching initiatives and strategies, promoting Maths as a subject.

Able to provide an active contribution to the wider part of Academy life.

The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 27th April 2026, with interviews taking place shortly after.

As part of our team at Castleford Academy Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses and physiotherapists.

Castleford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For all positions at Castleford Academy, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.

For further information on the school, the role and how to apply please visit www.castlefordacademy.com or telephone Miss Kirsty Triplett, HR Manager on 01977 605060.