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Head of Mathematics – Independent School, Kingston
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School information:
This is a 11 to 18 well-established, high-performing independent school in Kingston with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school is known for its outstanding pastoral support, strong staff culture, and high expectations for all learners. Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a focused and aspirational learning environment. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages academic achievement alongside personal development, preparing students exceptionally well for further education and future careers.
Staff benefit from a supportive professional culture, strong leadership, shared best practice and a clear focus on staff development and wellbeing.
Mathematics Department:
The mathematics department is a thriving and successful team, delivering consistently strong outcomes at GCSE and A Level. The department has a clear curriculum structure, excellent resources, and a strong emphasis on problem-solving, reasoning and mathematical fluency. The successful candidate will lead a department that values innovation, high-quality teaching and stretch and challenge for all abilities. The department benefits from small class sizes, a strong enrichment programme, and opportunities such as UKMT competitions, maths clubs, and cross-curricular STEM events.
Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in Mathematics or a related discipline
• Experience teaching Mathematics at secondary level
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to drive standards and inspire a team
• Strong subject knowledge and confidence delivering GCSE and A Level
• Excellent organisational and strategic planning skills
• Strong classroom management and a commitment to high expectations
• Commitment to student achievement, inclusion and academic excellence
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.