A scholarly secondary school in Oxford is seeking an ambitious, highly accomplished Head of Mathematics to lead its quantitative faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.
Job Overview
Mathematics occupies a central position in this school's academic strategy and Sixth Form pathways. The successful candidate will take strategic responsibility for curriculum design, numerical fluency, problem-solving frameworks, and exam performance across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Higher/Foundation), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Mathematics & Further Maths).
Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead a dedicated team of math specialists, refine schemes of work, run targeted revision programs, and coach candidates for university STEP/MAT papers. This is a full-time, permanent contract.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic leadership, curriculum mapping, and quality assurance across the Mathematics department
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Teach mathematically rigorous lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5
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Mentor, line-manage, and evaluate department teachers through peer observations and CPD sessions
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Analyze student progress data to implement targeted revision and academic intervention programs
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Prepare Sixth Form pupils for STEP/MAT university entrance exams and UKMT Mathematical Challenges
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Manage departmental budgets, digital software subscriptions, and assessment schedules
Role Overview & Specifications
- Start Date: January
- Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
- Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
- Salary / Pay Rate: Leadership Scale (L6–L10 equivalent)
- Key Curriculum: Edexcel / AQA Mathematics & Further Maths
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with a degree in Mathematics or a quantitative discipline
- Demonstrated history of delivering top-tier GCSE and A-Level/Further Maths exam outcomes
- Proven experience in departmental coordination or senior subject leadership
- An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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