Head of Mathematics
| Posting date: | 30 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 October 2025 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire, PR1 4BA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 663ec166-95b8-4c49-8040-949f2d24529e |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• To manage the mathematics provision at LUSoM including all aspects of planning and resourcing in order to deliver high quality lessons which achieve excellent student outcomes.
• To teach in a manner that inspires students, taking them beyond the A-level syllabus, and effectively promotes further study in the subject.
• To set, mark and record work in accordance with the Maths School assessment policy.
• To monitor student progress and plan and implement intervention strategies for students who are not making sufficient progress in the subject.
• To assist and contribute to the school’s Quality Assurance Cycle, analysing internal assessment results, reflecting carefully and critically on learning and teaching strategies in light of these, and making changes where appropriate with the support of the Head of School.
For the full job description please see attached ‘Job Pack’.
What the school offers its staff
Why Work at LUSoM?
We are a happy and thriving school committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status.
We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the school as a whole. Our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported.
Further details about the role
We are extremely pleased that you are considering applying for the post of Head of Mathematics (full or part time – minimum of 0.8fte) to take up the post from January 2026.
We welcome applications from suitably experienced teachers for appointment to this teaching post. Included in this job pack is information about LUSoM and the role. If you meet the criteria of this post advertised and feel that you would enjoy working here, we hope you will make an application to join us.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• To manage the mathematics provision at LUSoM including all aspects of planning and resourcing in order to deliver high quality lessons which achieve excellent student outcomes.
• To teach in a manner that inspires students, taking them beyond the A-level syllabus, and effectively promotes further study in the subject.
• To set, mark and record work in accordance with the Maths School assessment policy.
• To monitor student progress and plan and implement intervention strategies for students who are not making sufficient progress in the subject.
• To assist and contribute to the school’s Quality Assurance Cycle, analysing internal assessment results, reflecting carefully and critically on learning and teaching strategies in light of these, and making changes where appropriate with the support of the Head of School.
For the full job description please see attached ‘Job Pack’.
Terms and Conditions:
Hours: Full or part time – minimum of 0.8fte
Salary: Paid on the Sixth Form Colleges Salary Structure pro rata to £32,178 to £49,725 per annum (dependent upon experience). Plus a responsibility allowance pro rata to £5,446 to £8,854 per annum.
About Lancaster University School of Mathematics (LUSoM)
Lancaster University School of Mathematics (LUSoM) is one of nine Maths Schools in England and part of u-Maths, the national network linking us all. We are a specialist sixth form college bringing together talented mathematicians and creating a vibrant community where students are actively encouraged to explore the subjects they love.
We recruit the brightest and most talented maths pupils from across Lancashire, whatever their background, and bring them into an inclusive community of other exceptional students. LUSoM has a particular mission to reach out to under-represented communities and promote the study of maths, not least to girls.
Why Work at LUSoM?
We are a happy and thriving school committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status.
We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the school as a whole. Our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported.
Application Process
• Closing date for applications: 11.59pm on Tuesday 14th October 2025
• If you have not heard from us by the end of October, please assume you have not been selected for interview on this occasion.
• If you would like to have a discussion about the role with the Head of School, please email nfleming@lusom.ac.uk.
• For further details, please call 01772 460181.
• All offers of appointment are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service clearance as well as a range of other safer recruitment checks.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Lancaster University School of Mathematics has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note candidates’ suitability to work with children will be explored at interview and confirmed through references for the appointee.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• To manage the mathematics provision at LUSoM including all aspects of planning and resourcing in order to deliver high quality lessons which achieve excellent student outcomes.
• To teach in a manner that inspires students, taking them beyond the A-level syllabus, and effectively promotes further study in the subject.
• To set, mark and record work in accordance with the Maths School assessment policy.
• To monitor student progress and plan and implement intervention strategies for students who are not making sufficient progress in the subject.
• To assist and contribute to the school’s Quality Assurance Cycle, analysing internal assessment results, reflecting carefully and critically on learning and teaching strategies in light of these, and making changes where appropriate with the support of the Head of School.
For the full job description please see attached ‘Job Pack’.
What the school offers its staff
Why Work at LUSoM?
We are a happy and thriving school committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status.
We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the school as a whole. Our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported.
Further details about the role
We are extremely pleased that you are considering applying for the post of Head of Mathematics (full or part time – minimum of 0.8fte) to take up the post from January 2026.
We welcome applications from suitably experienced teachers for appointment to this teaching post. Included in this job pack is information about LUSoM and the role. If you meet the criteria of this post advertised and feel that you would enjoy working here, we hope you will make an application to join us.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• To manage the mathematics provision at LUSoM including all aspects of planning and resourcing in order to deliver high quality lessons which achieve excellent student outcomes.
• To teach in a manner that inspires students, taking them beyond the A-level syllabus, and effectively promotes further study in the subject.
• To set, mark and record work in accordance with the Maths School assessment policy.
• To monitor student progress and plan and implement intervention strategies for students who are not making sufficient progress in the subject.
• To assist and contribute to the school’s Quality Assurance Cycle, analysing internal assessment results, reflecting carefully and critically on learning and teaching strategies in light of these, and making changes where appropriate with the support of the Head of School.
For the full job description please see attached ‘Job Pack’.
Terms and Conditions:
Hours: Full or part time – minimum of 0.8fte
Salary: Paid on the Sixth Form Colleges Salary Structure pro rata to £32,178 to £49,725 per annum (dependent upon experience). Plus a responsibility allowance pro rata to £5,446 to £8,854 per annum.
About Lancaster University School of Mathematics (LUSoM)
Lancaster University School of Mathematics (LUSoM) is one of nine Maths Schools in England and part of u-Maths, the national network linking us all. We are a specialist sixth form college bringing together talented mathematicians and creating a vibrant community where students are actively encouraged to explore the subjects they love.
We recruit the brightest and most talented maths pupils from across Lancashire, whatever their background, and bring them into an inclusive community of other exceptional students. LUSoM has a particular mission to reach out to under-represented communities and promote the study of maths, not least to girls.
Why Work at LUSoM?
We are a happy and thriving school committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status.
We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the school as a whole. Our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported.
Application Process
• Closing date for applications: 11.59pm on Tuesday 14th October 2025
• If you have not heard from us by the end of October, please assume you have not been selected for interview on this occasion.
• If you would like to have a discussion about the role with the Head of School, please email nfleming@lusom.ac.uk.
• For further details, please call 01772 460181.
• All offers of appointment are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service clearance as well as a range of other safer recruitment checks.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Lancaster University School of Mathematics has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note candidates’ suitability to work with children will be explored at interview and confirmed through references for the appointee.