1. Leadership and Management

   • Lead the Maths department team (teachers, TAs, possibly numeracy coordinators).

   • Line manage departmental staff, oversee appraisals and professional development.

   • Set departmental vision aligned with whole-school priorities.

2. Curriculum Design and Delivery

   • Plan, review, and implement the KS3–KS5 maths curriculum (including GCSE and A-Level if offered).

   • Ensure high standards of teaching and learning across all key stages.

   • Introduce or maintain schemes of work, assessments, and intervention strategies.

3. Data and Progress Monitoring

   • Analyse performance data to track pupil progress and identify areas for improvement.

   • Report on departmental performance to SLT (Senior Leadership Team).

   • Lead on strategies to close attainment gaps and support underachieving students.

4. Teaching

   • Typically teach a reduced timetable, often including top sets or exam classes.

   • Model outstanding teaching and support others to improve their practice.

5. Departmental Administration

   • Manage the department’s budget and resources.

   • Oversee exam entries, coursework, and compliance with exam board requirements.

   • Ensure adherence to school policies, e.g., safeguarding, assessment, and behaviour.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

• Substantial experience teaching maths across multiple key stages.

• Proven track record of strong pupil outcomes.

• Prior experience in middle leadership (e.g. Second in Department or Key Stage Coordinator) is usually expected.

Desirable Skills

• Leadership and strategic planning.

• Ability to mentor and coach staff.

• Strong data literacy and understanding of assessment.

• Confidence with school management software (e.g., SIMS, Arbor).

• Experience with whole-school initiatives (numeracy, CPD delivery, etc.).

Salary

• In London, pay typically ranges from £50,000 to £65,000, depending on the school, experience, and whether it’s an Inner, Outer, or Fringe London location.

• This includes a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility) payment, usually TLR1, which reflects the higher level of responsibility.