At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and improve secondary maths education across multiple schools.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking educational Trust dedicated to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives through innovative maths teaching.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and proven leadership in secondary maths.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 £ per year.
About the Role
As Assistant Director - Maths, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and operational delivery of secondary mathematics across the Trust.
Working closely with the Director and Deputy Director, you will drive continuous improvement in pedagogy, curriculum design, and assessment frameworks.
You will act as a key leadership figure, providing hands-on support, mentoring, and coaching to Subject Directors and teaching staff to foster an inclusive, high-performing learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership & Operations: Support the development and implementation of Trust-wide strategic plans for mathematics; monitor policy effectiveness and curriculum delivery to ensure alignment with Trust objectives and high educational standards.
- Teaching, Learning & Support: Lead projects focused on improving classroom instruction, pedagogy, and assessment; ensure inclusive practices are embedded to support all students, including SEND and disadvantaged learners.
- Staff Development & Collaboration: Mentor, coach, and support the professional growth of Subject Directors and teaching staff; assist with recruitment, performance management, lesson observations, and sharing best practices across schools.
- Data Analysis & School
Improvement: Utilise student performance data to track progress, identify underperforming areas, and lead targeted intervention plans to close attainment gaps across the Trust.
- Accountability & Compliance: Support internal and external evaluations (including Ofsted inspections); ensure all departmental activities adhere to Trust policies, health and safety, and safeguarding standards.
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong academic background in Mathematics or a related discipline.
- Proven record of successful educational leadership with demonstrable evidence of improving teaching, learning, and student outcomes in secondary mathematics.
- Extensive experience in data analysis, curriculum planning, and executing targeted cross-school interventions.
- Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across multiple schools.
- Up-to-date knowledge of national curriculum developments, pedagogical research, and evidence-based strategies in mathematics education.
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Assistant Director of Maths employer: The Gainsborough Academy
As a Deputy Director of Maths within our Trust, you will join a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and career progression. Our commitment to inclusive education ensures that all staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact on students' lives, while the opportunity to lead in multiple schools allows for diverse experiences and growth. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a unique chance to shape the future of Maths education while maintaining a strong connection to classroom teaching.
