Head of Department - Tewkesbury Academy
Tewkesbury
Grade £32,916 - £51,048 (M1 to UPS3) Plus £12,521 TLR1B
Allowances (Not applicable)
Hours Full Time
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 14/06/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date 01/01/2027
Job Title: Head of Maths
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (M1 to UPS3)
TLR Allowance: £12,521 (1B)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
Provisional Start Date: 01 January 2027 or sooner (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)
Your opportunity to lead an ambitious Mathematics department and inspire exceptional outcomes:
We are seeking an outstanding and inspirational leader to take on the role of Head of Maths at Tewkesbury Academy, driving excellence in teaching, curriculum and student outcomes across the department. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner to lead a dedicated team, shape an engaging and ambitious Mathematics curriculum, and ensure all students achieve and exceed their potential.
As Head of Maths, you will play a pivotal role in championing the success and life chances of every student, using data-informed strategies, high-quality teaching and targeted intervention to secure strong progress for all groups of learners. Our commitment to high expectations, an ambitious curriculum and consistently excellent teaching enables us to create opportunities for lifelong success and confident, capable young adults.
About you:
You will be:
a qualified teacher (QTS) with a strong degree in Mathematics or a related subject, with successful experience teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4.
an exceptional classroom practitioner, able to consistently deliver high-quality, engaging lessons which secure strong progress and outcomes over time.
an aspiring or experienced middle leader, with the ability to lead, inspire and develop a team, motivating colleagues to deliver excellent teaching and learning.
confident in using assessment and progress data to identify priorities, drive improvement and implement effective interventions, particularly for disadvantaged students, SEND learners and high attainers.
skilled in curriculum leadership, with a strong understanding of effective Mathematics pedagogy and current developments in the subject.
an excellent communicator who can build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community, contributing to collaboration across the school and trust.
committed to fostering high expectations of behaviour, achievement and attitudes to learning, ensuring a purposeful and inclusive environment.
passionate about professional development, both in developing your own practice and in coaching and supporting others to improve.
dedicated to providing enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom, helping students develop confidence, curiosity and a love of Mathematics.
aligned with our values, demonstrating resilience, integrity, inclusivity and a relentless focus on improving life chances for all young people.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification before submitting an application.
About Tewkesbury Academy:
Tewkesbury Academy is an exciting place to learn and work within Gloucestershire with just over 1,000 pupils and 160 colleagues. We serve the distinctive town of Tewkesbury and surrounding villages, with its renowned historical, musical and ecological festivals each year.
The sense of community and connectedness is strong at the academy, as is support from the wider business community, and this is reflected in the plethora of personal development opportunities at the school.
Being ready, respectful and responsible is a key tenet of life at Tewkesbury Academy, where we provide a calm and supportive environment and expect commitment and hard work from students and staff alike to ensure that they feel supported and challenged to produce their best.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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