Deputy Curriculum Leader of Maths

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Lead with ambition. Inspire through mathematics. Shape futures at Carleton High School.

We’re looking for a passionate and ambitious Deputy Curriculum Leader of Maths to join our team at Carleton High School. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help shape an exciting, high‑quality maths curriculum, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Support the Curriculum Leader in driving the vision and strategy for the Maths department
• Contribute to developing an engaging, challenging curriculum
• Support and enhance teaching practice across the team
• Use data to monitor progress and raise achievement
• Help manage resources and maintain high standards across the department
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and partner schools

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about maths and committed to raising standards
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner who inspires others
• Communicates well and works collaboratively
• Is proactive, organised and solution‑focused
• Leads by example and supports an inclusive, ambitious learning culture

Contract Details

• Permanent 1 FTE contract
• Start date of 01 September 2026

Ready to make a real difference?

Apply now to join our dedicated team at Carleton High School. Submit your application through our website.

About Carleton High School

Carleton High School is a warm, welcoming, and high‑performing school with a strong community feel. We have a five‑year track record of exceptional academic outcomes, placing us among the top schools in Wakefield. Our 2024 Ofsted inspection recognised us as “Good Improving”, highlighting the significant progress we continue to make.

Our culture is built on improving life chances for every student, driven by our core values of respect, responsibility, determination, and excellence. We are proud to offer a modern, multi‑million‑pound building with state‑of‑the‑art facilities—making this an exciting time to join us.

As part of Pontefract Academies Trust, recently awarded the Trust Value Award for Excellence in the 2025 Edurio Awards, staff wellbeing and satisfaction are central to our work. At Carleton High School, 88% of staff said they would recommend us as a great place to work - well above national benchmarks.

Staff say:

This is a very caring place to work… all staff look out for each other.

I feel very lucky that I am part of such a lovely department with so many great people.

For further information about our school, please visit our website.

Coffee chats, school visits and further information

We are hosting virtual coffee chats for prospective candidates to meet Mrs Shariff, our Headteacher, and ask any questions you may have about the role or our school. To book a timeslot, please click here.

Potential candidates are encouraged and very welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built here. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have. Please contact us at recruitment@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk or call 01977 781555 to arrange this.

If you are unable to attend a virtual coffee chat or a school visit, but would still like to discuss the role, please contact us at recruitment@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk and we will be happy to help.

What can we offer you?

Be part of a team that values your wellbeing, development and work–life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from:

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing
• For the 2025/26 academic year, we have provided staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days, the next is on Monday 20 July 2026. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals
• Energise and Engage Weeks throughout the year, where no meetings take place. These dedicated weeks prioritise personal professional development, support work-life balance and allow for an early finish on designated days.
• Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension)
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
• Cycle to work scheme Blue Light Card
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eyecare via Specsavers
• Childcare vouchers
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters),
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
• Free flu vaccinations.

You can find more information about staff benefits and what it’s like to work with us in the ‘Working for Us’ booklet and on our website.

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust comprising of nine local schools: seven primary and two secondary, committed to providing the very best education for our children. We are also excited to be merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our pupils and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts. Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.

We are proud of the positive culture across our schools. In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, we were ranked in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction and received several awards recognising our supportive and values‑driven working environment. Our staff tell us they feel valued, listened to and part of a team that makes a real difference every day.

We’re excited for the future and hope you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow.

Application process

• Complete application form via our website
• Complete the attached Examination results form that is required for this role.
• Attach the document in the ‘Additional Information and Documents’ section of your application within SamPeople Recruit

Important links

Pontefract Academies Trust Website

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028

Carleton High School

Further information

Contact us on 01977 781555 or email recruitment@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk

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