Head of Department (Maths) (Norwich)
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Salary: Leadership Pay Scale Point 11 (£66,368 per annum) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 February 2026 |
| Location: | Norwich, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Inspiration Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JAN20262393 |
Summary
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale Point 11 (£66,368 per annum)
Start Date: April 2026
Jane Austen College is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Department for Mathematics.
We are looking for an exceptional classroom practitioner with a proven track record of excellence outcomes and someone who has had a clear impact at a subject level. The successful candidate will demonstrate the drive and commitment to go above and beyond for our pupils to ensure the succeed. In this role, you will be able to engage with our raising achievement strategy to ensure mathematics outcomes at the college are significantly better than national benchmarks.
This key role will give you the opportunity to collaborate with senior leaders and the subject team on curriculum approaches, embedding effective pedagogical approaches and driving standards in mathematics.
Main purpose of the role:
- To have a clear vision for mathematics teaching across the college.
- To be a role model to the department and beyond
- Align classroom practices with the school’s improvement plan and national standards.
- Lead initiatives that promote innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies.
- To lead on the development of new ways of thinking about the curriculum and teaching and learning to develop pupil mastery in the subject.
- Curriculum planning, sequencing, and assessment to maximise pupil progress.
- Maintain professional conduct and actively engage in performance management and professional development activities.
- Conduct lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny to quality assure the subject area.
- Design and deliver CPD within department meetings.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues, the Maths Hub and the Senior Leadership Team.
- Teach the curriculum, prepare pupils for examinations, and provide additional support such as interventions and revision sessions which will include Saturdays and school holidays.
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
- An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Successful subject experience as a teacher and manager in education in a secondary school.
- Successful involvement in performance management, self-evaluation process and data analysis as an aid in personal and team improvement, development and change.
- Proven practice in leading, motivating and supporting staff to achieve ambitious standards.
- Knowledge and understanding of the subject to at least undergraduate degree level and different teaching approaches.
Desirable:
- Other relevant qualifications in the sector (e.g. NPQLT, MEd, etc.).
- Existing curriculum or pastoral leadership experience (e.g. second in department).
- Experience examining the subject for an appropriate exam board.
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers' Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking (Subject to criteria and waiting list)
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Jane Austen College opened in 2014 as a flagship free school of the Inspiration Trust, with a focus on English and Humanities. Since then, it has grown from serving just two year groups to become a full 1118 school of over 1,100 pupils.
In May 2024 the college was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all inspection areas, including leadership, behaviour and sixth form provision. Inspectors noted that pupils benefit from “exceptional academic education, excellent pastoral support and a character curriculum building life skills to see them succeed in progressing to some of the top universities in the country and into prosperous careers.”
The college prides itself on ensuring that all pupils, regardless of background or disadvantage, have access to powerful knowledge and transformative extracurricular experiences, as well as strong mental health and wellbeing support.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Rowan Wood, PA to Principal (rowanwood@inspirationtrust.org).
Closing date for applications: 9am on Wednesday 11th February 2026
Interview date: Thursday 26th February 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Start Date: April 2026
Jane Austen College is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Department for Mathematics.
We are looking for an exceptional classroom practitioner with a proven track record of excellence outcomes and someone who has had a clear impact at a subject level. The successful candidate will demonstrate the drive and commitment to go above and beyond for our pupils to ensure the succeed. In this role, you will be able to engage with our raising achievement strategy to ensure mathematics outcomes at the college are significantly better than national benchmarks.
This key role will give you the opportunity to collaborate with senior leaders and the subject team on curriculum approaches, embedding effective pedagogical approaches and driving standards in mathematics.
Main purpose of the role:
- To have a clear vision for mathematics teaching across the college.
- To be a role model to the department and beyond
- Align classroom practices with the school’s improvement plan and national standards.
- Lead initiatives that promote innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies.
- To lead on the development of new ways of thinking about the curriculum and teaching and learning to develop pupil mastery in the subject.
- Curriculum planning, sequencing, and assessment to maximise pupil progress.
- Maintain professional conduct and actively engage in performance management and professional development activities.
- Conduct lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny to quality assure the subject area.
- Design and deliver CPD within department meetings.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues, the Maths Hub and the Senior Leadership Team.
- Teach the curriculum, prepare pupils for examinations, and provide additional support such as interventions and revision sessions which will include Saturdays and school holidays.
The ideal candidate will have:
Essential:
- An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Successful subject experience as a teacher and manager in education in a secondary school.
- Successful involvement in performance management, self-evaluation process and data analysis as an aid in personal and team improvement, development and change.
- Proven practice in leading, motivating and supporting staff to achieve ambitious standards.
- Knowledge and understanding of the subject to at least undergraduate degree level and different teaching approaches.
Desirable:
- Other relevant qualifications in the sector (e.g. NPQLT, MEd, etc.).
- Existing curriculum or pastoral leadership experience (e.g. second in department).
- Experience examining the subject for an appropriate exam board.
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers' Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking (Subject to criteria and waiting list)
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Jane Austen College opened in 2014 as a flagship free school of the Inspiration Trust, with a focus on English and Humanities. Since then, it has grown from serving just two year groups to become a full 1118 school of over 1,100 pupils.
In May 2024 the college was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all inspection areas, including leadership, behaviour and sixth form provision. Inspectors noted that pupils benefit from “exceptional academic education, excellent pastoral support and a character curriculum building life skills to see them succeed in progressing to some of the top universities in the country and into prosperous careers.”
The college prides itself on ensuring that all pupils, regardless of background or disadvantage, have access to powerful knowledge and transformative extracurricular experiences, as well as strong mental health and wellbeing support.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Rowan Wood, PA to Principal (rowanwood@inspirationtrust.org).
Closing date for applications: 9am on Wednesday 11th February 2026
Interview date: Thursday 26th February 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.