Head of Maths
About This Role
Lead the past. Influence the future.
Location: Hydesville Tower School
Job Title: Head of Maths
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: Up to £43,635 per annum
About the Role
In your role as Head of Maths, you will:
- Ensure effective communication with the Examinations Officer, Data Manager, parents, and senior leadership, meeting all deadlines and requests.
- Manage the daily administration and staff within the department, assisting NQTs and supply staff, and participating in staff recruitment.
- Drive the quality of teaching and learning across KS3 and KS4, including overseeing schemes of work, lesson planning, pupil grouping, and curriculum delivery.
- Evaluate departmental performance through data analysis, lesson observations, work scrutiny, and regular performance assessments.
- Provide updates on departmental development and pupil performance to SLT and external partners as necessary.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the department.
- Organize extra-curricular opportunities, subject competitions, House events, and outreach initiatives to enhance pupil engagement and promote excellence.
- Ensure the timely and accurate submission of examination entries, working closely with the SENDCo and Academic Support to guarantee full pupil access to the curriculum.
- Lead departmental and moderation meetings, sharing best practices and ensuring that classrooms are well-maintained with current displays.
- Fulfill Form Tutor duties and undertake any reasonable additional responsibilities as assigned by the Headteacher or Deputy Head.
About you
We would be excited to hear from you if you:
- Are flexible and adaptable, capable of responding effectively to changing circumstances.
- Possess strong organizational skills with a creative and innovative teaching approach.
- Are willing and able to provide extra-curricular clubs and activities.
- Serve as an excellent role model with consistently high expectations.
- Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Have strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Are skilled in building positive relationships and motivating students.
- Are dedicated to ongoing personal and professional development.
- Hold a good degree.
- Have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Are eager to contribute to the broader life of the school.
Why Join Us?
Hydesville Tower School is a thriving 2–16 co-educational independent day school, part of the Outcomes First Group. We pride ourselves on small class sizes, outstanding behaviour, and a robust pastoral ethos, all while maintaining a clear emphasis on academic excellence.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application form along with a supporting statement via our recruitment portal.
We encourage early applications, as we may invite strong candidates for interviews before the closing date.
Hydesville Tower School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be contingent upon an enhanced DBS check, Social Media Check, and adherence to safeguarding procedures.