Head of GCSE English and Maths (Barnstaple)
Hours
Contract Type
Contract Type Permanent
Location
Location Barnstaple
Closing Date
Closing Date 31/10/2026
Job Description and Person Specification
We’re looking for an inspiring Head of GCSE English and Maths to provide strategic leadership across the college, championing high expectations, strong teaching and ambitious outcomes. You’ll keep these subjects high‑profile, well‑planned and brilliantly delivered— ensuring learners gain qualifications that open doors. Join a rapidly growing college that values people, insists on high standards and takes pride in doing things well.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading English and maths strategy across the college, with GCSEs at the core
- Championing high aspirations for all learners and driving strong progress and achievement
- Managing and inspiring the English and maths curriculum team
- Ensuring consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessment
- Using data intelligently to improve attendance, engagement and outcomes
- Working closely with Heads of Faculty to coordinate delivery across departments
- Ensuring provision meets and exceeds national performance benchmarks
- Leading quality assurance, standardisation and assessment compliance
- Supporting recruitment, CPD and performance development within the team
- Staying ahead of national developments in English and maths education
- Teaching agreed hours in your specialist subject area
- Playing an active role in the wider leadership and life of the college
Who we’re looking for
- An experienced English or maths teacher
- A proven curriculum leader with experience managing and developing teams
- Someone who has successfully improved learner outcomes, particularly GCSE or resit provision
- Confident using performance data to drive improvement
- A strong communicator who can build positive relationships across the organisation
- Someone who’s confident and resilient at leading change
- A passion for education and aligned with our values of Ambition, Collaboration and Energy
- A degree (or equivalent) plus a recognised teaching qualification
What's in it for you:
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Superb pension scheme adding an extra 28% of salary into your pension
- Loads of amazing benefits
- A genuine commitment to your professional development
- Live and work within minutes of beautiful beaches and picturesque moors
- The chance to change lives
- £5k retention payment payable after 12 months' service (must be employed at the time of payment)
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Head of GCSE English and Maths (Barnstaple) employer: Exeter College
North Devon College is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for passionate educators. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees have ample opportunities to grow and innovate within their roles, particularly in the vibrant community of Barnstaple. The college prioritises respect and ambition, ensuring that staff can make a meaningful impact on learners' lives while enjoying a supportive environment.
