Head of Maths

What skills and experience we're looking for

You will be instrumental in our vision “At Ark Kings Academy, every individual will develop the character to thrive in life, education and employment.”

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Maths to lead our Mathematics department and drive outstanding outcomes for pupils across KS3 and KS4. This is a pivotal leadership role for an ambitious and inspiring practitioner who is passionate about mathematics education, pupil achievement and academic excellence.

As Head of Maths, you will be responsible for the strategic direction and day to day leadership of the department, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, inclusive and ambitious curriculum. You will foster a culture of high expectations, professional collaboration and continuous improvement, enabling all pupils to make excellent progress while developing confidence, fluency and problem solving skills in mathematics.

You will play a key role in shaping whole school culture through curriculum innovation, enrichment opportunities and the promotion of numeracy across the school, while working closely with senior leaders, staff, pupils and families to strengthen our school community.

You will contribute to a workplace culture which has safeguarding and child protection at its heart.

What the school offers its staff

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
• Free soup in Autumn/Winter terms
• Free fruit in Spring/Summer
• Staff wellbeing events termly

Commitment to safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.