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Second in Charge - Mathematics

London, England
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Date Listed22 July 2026
ContractFULL_TIME
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Job Title: Second in Department – Mathematics
Reports to: Head of Department (Mathematics) / Assistant Principal
Responsible for: Supporting the leadership of the Mathematics Department and delivering high quality teaching and learning Start date: September 2026
Term: Permanent, Full-time
Allowance: To be discussed at interview

As Second in Department for Mathematics, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the strategic development of the department and driving excellence in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.

You will support the Head of Department in ensuring a high-quality, ambitious curriculum is delivered consistently across all key stages, while also taking responsibility for a designated area such as Teaching & Learning, Curriculum Development, Assessment or staff development.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues to promote a culture of high expectations, strong subject knowledge and excellent outcomes for all pupils. This role is ideal for an ambitious teacher looking to take the next step into middle leadership.

Please see the Job Description for full responsibilities and the Person Specification for further details.

Compensation

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Application Details
Application Deadline
29 August 2027
Effective Date of Employment
September 2026
Reference ID
D6DDD917