Maths Lead Practitioner

Summary:

Join a school as a Maths Lead Practitioner and help raise standards in a high-achieving environment.

About the School:

A school in Bacup, Lancashire, with a strong leadership focus and a commitment to academic excellence and character development. It is part of Star Academies, a network of high-performing schools dedicated to improving life chances in disadvantaged communities.

The Opportunity:

As a Maths Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in driving academic success and shaping the future of mathematics education. This is an opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire in a school that values excellence, leadership, and student growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the maths curriculum to ensure it meets the needs of all learners.
• Support and mentor teaching staff to improve teaching quality and student outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress to ensure high standards of achievement.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate leadership and character development into maths learning.
• Implement innovative teaching strategies that engage and challenge students.
• Work with senior leadership to shape school-wide educational priorities.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students.
• Contribute to the ongoing professional development of the maths faculty.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of teaching to GCSE standards
• Proven ability to lead and manage a faculty
• Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes
• Strong organisational and motivational skills

Preferred

• Experience in coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Experience of leading curriculum development
• Experience of working in a multi-academy trust or similar setting
• Experience with innovative teaching and learning strategies

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Healthcare cash plan and other employee benefits
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment