Mathematics LeadershipSalary: Leadership Scale (negotiable depending on experience)Contract: Full Time, PermanentStart Date: September 2026Apply By: 6th March 2026, 12.00pmJob OverviewAre you an ambitious, passionate, and forward-thinking leader looking for your next challenge in Mathematics?We are seeking an inspiring senior leader to join our highly skilled and dedicated team as we work towards our goal of providing exceptional education at the heart of our community. Securing strong literacy and Mathematics outcomes is central to our mission, and we are looking for an exceptional colleague to help drive us towards our ambitious goals.Oasis Academy Don Valley delivers "Excellence by all, for all. We are a dynamic and vibrant Academy with enthusiastic, committed, and high-performing staff. This is an exciting time to join us, with significant opportunities for professional development and career progression across the city. Our mission is to ensure that every student, staff member, and family is entitled to an exceptional educational experience. Don Valley is a wonderful place to work, strengthened by excellent partnerships with our students, their families, and the wider community.In 2021, we launched our Horizons project, providing every student with a dedicated iPad for use in the classroom. This transformative initiative has opened new opportunities for digital learning, and we are seeking a Mathematics leader who can champion the use of interactive technology to enhance numeracy provision. We are investing heavily in digital Mathematics resources and want a leader who will help position our Academy at the forefront of innovation within the Trust.As part of Oasis Community Learning (OCL), the Academy follows a pre-resourced, Trust-wide curriculum, offering exceptional pedagogical development and support from our National Lead Practitioner for Mathematics.Benefits We OfferExceptional CPD, including fortnightly personalised Incremental Coaching, weekly Academy and department CPD, and termly Trust-wide CPDA fully resourced, pre-planned curriculum with autonomy to adapt for your studentsA centralised Culture for Learning policy that enables teachers to teach and students to learn, supported by strong Pastoral and SEND teamsA streamlined, workload-conscious feedback and assessment policyOpportunities to undertake fully funded National Professional Qualifications and access to the Apprenticeship LevyThe chance to run an extra-curricular club of your choiceiPad access for all staff and students, enabling high-quality digital assessment and learningClear career progression pathways within the Trust, including potential National Lead Practitioner rolesEye care vouchers and Cycle to Work schemeAccess to the Health Shield Cash Plan (GP access, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody)Policies supporting work/life balance, including Time Off Work, Menopause, Flexible Working, and Sabbatical policiesTrust-wide recognition of mental health challenges and support from our National Mental Health TeamConfidential counselling services for staff and their householdsJob / Person SummaryWe are seeking an inspirational and outstanding Mathematics leader to strengthen the leadership capacity of this core department. The successful candidate will:Teach Mathematics to the highest standard at KS3 and KS4Lead and line-manage the Mathematics DepartmentContribute positively to Academy life and cultureSupport and promote the Academy ethosEngage in and support extra-curricular activitiesIf you are committed to professional growth and excited by the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of our Academy, we would be delighted to receive your application.TPBN1_UKTJ
Job Title
Head of Faculty, Maths