Job Description

Lead a Department of Innovation and Excellence

Glenthorne High School is seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious, and experienced Head of Maths to lead our high-performing Mathematics department. As part of the Willow Learning Trust and a National Teaching School, Glenthorne is a vibrant, oversubscribed mixed comprehensive academy with over 1,700 pupils. We are looking for a visionary leader who can build on our current success, driving pupil progress and inspiring a love for Mathematics across all key stages. This is a pivotal leadership role where you will be supported by a forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team and a collaborative staff community.

The Role & Strategic Leadership

Departmental Vision: Take full responsibility for the strategic direction of the Maths department, ensuring a coherent and challenging curriculum from Year 7 to A-Level.
Team Management: Lead and mentor a large team of specialists, fostering a culture of professional dialogue, shared resources, and excellence in classroom practice.
Data-Driven Progress: Monitor and evaluate pupil attainment across all year groups, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps and stretch high-attaining pupils.
Innovation: Stay at the forefront of mathematical pedagogy, integrating digital tools and diverse problem-solving strategies into the schemes of work.

Key Responsibilities

Quality of Teaching: Conduct regular lesson observations and work scrutinies to maintain “Outstanding” standards of teaching and learning.
KS5 Oversight: Support the delivery and expansion of A-Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics, ensuring students are prepared for STEM pathways at university.
Behaviour & Culture: Uphold the school’s well-established behaviour management systems to ensure a focused, respectful, and productive learning environment.
Staff Development: Oversee the induction of ECTs and provide bespoke CPD for experienced staff within the department.

Candidate Profile

Experience: At least 4 years of teaching experience with a proven track record of excellent results.
Leadership: Demonstrable experience in team management or a middle-leadership role (e.g., Second in Charge or Lead Teacher).
Subject Expertise: Exceptional subject knowledge across the full secondary age range, including the ability to lead on higher-tier GCSE and A-Level content.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire staff, engage pupils, and communicate effectively with parents and the Willow Learning Trust.

Why Join Glenthorne High School?

Work-Life Balance: Unique “work from home afternoon” once a fortnight for full-time staff.
Financial Incentives: Potential for a Recruitment and Retention Allowance for the right candidate.
Comprehensive Benefits:
- Salary Sacrifice schemes: Electric car and Cycle to Work scheme.
- Benenden Healthcare membership and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Long Service Awards and a welcoming, supportive staff social culture.
Professional Growth: As a National Teaching School, we offer an unparalleled CPD programme for leaders at all levels.

Application Information

Contract: Full-time or Part-time.
Location: Sutton, Surrey/Greater London.
Safeguarding: All staff must hold an enhanced DBS disclosure. Rigorous recruitment processes, including online checks, are in place to ensure suitability to work with children.

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