Assistant Maths Hub Lead (Primary)
Start date: September 2026 (January 2027 start considered)
End date: Fixed Term contract linked to DfE funding
Purpose of the Role
To support the strategic leadership, development, and delivery of Maths Hub activity with a particular focus on primary phase provision, ensuring high-quality professional development that aligns with the vision & values of Venn Essex Maths Hub, Teaching for Mastery principles and the priorities of the Maths Hubs Programme.
Vision
Connecting mathematical understanding, with purpose and persistence, to build better futures for all.
Values
* Collaboration – We believe lasting improvement in maths education comes through strong partnerships between teachers, schools, researchers, communities, and national organisations.
* Research-Informed Practice – We value evidence-based approaches that connect educational research with practical classroom teaching.
* Teacher Leadership – We believe teachers are the key drivers of educational improvement and should be empowered as skilled professionals and leaders of learning.
* Equity – We are committed to ensuring every student, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to high-quality maths education.
* Teaching for Mastery – We value teaching approaches that develop conceptual understanding, mathematical thinking, confidence, and long-term mastery for all learners.
* Continuous Professional Growth – We support ongoing professional learning, reflection, and knowledge-sharing to strengthen teaching practice across the system.
* System-Wide Improvement – We believe sustainable impact is achieved through coherent local and national collaboration that improves outcomes for all students, not just a few.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Support
* Work alongside the Maths Hub Lead to implement the Hub's strategic plan.
* Contribute to the development of primary phase work programmes in line with national priorities set by NCETM.
* Support evaluation and impact reporting across primary projects.
* Attend and contribute to MHLM meetings to support the strategic running of the Maths Hub.
* Ensure equity of the maths hub offer.
Leadership of Primary Work Groups
* Work closely with the AMHL primary team to unite and live the vision and values of Venn Essex Maths Hub.
* Develop and support the running of NCPs (e.g. Teaching for Mastery, SKTMs, Research and Innovation).
* Ensure consistency and fidelity to Teaching for Mastery approaches.
* Support the recruitment and retention of participating schools.
* Support recruitment and retention of LLMEs.
* Identify potential schools for targeted support and work closely with AMHL TSM to ensure equitable approaches to TSM work.
Professional Development Quality Assurance
* Collaboratively plan and design high‑quality PD alongside AMHL and LLME.
* Support the development of LLME.
* Follow Venn Essex Maths Hub QA procedures to support LLME development.
* Analyse national and hub level evaluation and HAPPI forms.
* Build relationships with schools and Trusts.
* Build capacity by supporting with recruitment of future LLME.
* Promote equitable access to Maths Hub opportunities.
* Support schools to access Maths Hub offers.
* Monitor school participation and support LLME with participant engagement.
Communication & Engagement
* Promote Maths Hub opportunities to primary schools.
* Represent the hub at regional and national events where appropriate.
* Contribute to reports, case studies, and communications.
* Work with Maths hub operations team to promote the work of the maths hub, ensure timely communication with participants and responses to queries.
Person Specification
* Strong track record as a primary LLME with Maths Hubs.
* Deep understanding of Teaching for Mastery and current maths pedagogy.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work strategically as well as operationally.
* Passionate about improving life chances for pupils across our region.
* Alignment to the Venn Essex Maths Hub vision and values.
* Understanding of the wider Maths Hub offer.
* Ability to work flexibly.
* Relationships with multiple schools/ MATs in Southend, Essex and Thurrock.
* 2–3 days availability per week (agreed upon through discussion).
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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