Head of Mathematics
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 April 2026 |
| Location: | Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8SW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 13995332-02e1-43a5-8070-62608a13072b |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified professional who is both passionate and knowledgeable to lead our excellent Mathematics Faculty for one year or until the post holder returns from maternity leave, whichever is sooner. The successful candidate will need the drive, expertise, and inspirational attributes to shape the work and future development of the faculty.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is able to inspire and lead staff effectively
• Can think strategically and provide high quality leadership and management
• Is able to demonstrate a high standard of subject knowledge
• Can deliver a high-quality curriculum and high standards of teaching across the faculty
• Nurtures a passion for studying Mathematics at all levels of ability
• Ensures students achieve their full potential
• Will build positive relationships with both students, staff and parentsWe are seeking an inspirational
Head of Mathematics to lead our rapidly improving Maths department and drive exceptional outcomes for all learners. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and skilled practitioner to shape the strategic direction of the subject, foster a culture of excellence, and support a dedicated team in delivering outstanding teaching and learning across all key stages.
What the school offers its staff
This is an exciting time to join our great school: we are full and have been significantly oversubscribed in each Year 7 cohort for the last 3 years, we achieved our best ever results at 4+ and 5+ in English & Maths in summer 2025, we have excellent levels of staff retention, attendance and our reputation with families and in the community is very strong, reflecting the great reputation that our school has developed over the last 7 years.
Court Fields’ staff and students are committed to our school, where every child, regardless of background, achieves well, feels they belong to our community and fully participates in school life, to develop character and the resilience to succeed. We are determined to continue to make a positive difference as a central part of our thriving local community, and to build on the significant development of the last few years. We are also part of the thriving Blackdown Education Partnership, which includes 6 secondary schools and 6 primary schools across Devon and Somerset.
You would be joining a thriving and passionate department, with a diverse range of academic interests and expertise.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified professional who is both passionate and knowledgeable to lead our excellent Mathematics Faculty for one year or until the post holder returns from maternity leave, whichever is sooner. The successful candidate will need the drive, expertise, and inspirational attributes to shape the work and future development of the faculty.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is able to inspire and lead staff effectively
• Can think strategically and provide high quality leadership and management
• Is able to demonstrate a high standard of subject knowledge
• Can deliver a high-quality curriculum and high standards of teaching across the faculty
• Nurtures a passion for studying Mathematics at all levels of ability
• Ensures students achieve their full potential
• Will build positive relationships with both students, staff and parentsWe are seeking an inspirational
Head of Mathematics to lead our rapidly improving Maths department and drive exceptional outcomes for all learners. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and skilled practitioner to shape the strategic direction of the subject, foster a culture of excellence, and support a dedicated team in delivering outstanding teaching and learning across all key stages.
What the school offers its staff
This is an exciting time to join our great school: we are full and have been significantly oversubscribed in each Year 7 cohort for the last 3 years, we achieved our best ever results at 4+ and 5+ in English & Maths in summer 2025, we have excellent levels of staff retention, attendance and our reputation with families and in the community is very strong, reflecting the great reputation that our school has developed over the last 7 years.
Court Fields’ staff and students are committed to our school, where every child, regardless of background, achieves well, feels they belong to our community and fully participates in school life, to develop character and the resilience to succeed. We are determined to continue to make a positive difference as a central part of our thriving local community, and to build on the significant development of the last few years. We are also part of the thriving Blackdown Education Partnership, which includes 6 secondary schools and 6 primary schools across Devon and Somerset.
You would be joining a thriving and passionate department, with a diverse range of academic interests and expertise.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.