HEAD OF FACULTY (MATHEMATICS)

Full Time

Required for September 2026 or January 2027

Are you an elite and passionate Mathematician ready to lead a talented and forward-thinking department? RMS for Girls is seeking a dynamic, values-driven, and ambitious Head of Faculty (Mathematics) for a permanent, full-time role starting in September 2026 or in January 2027.

About Us - RMS is a distinctive and thriving school, values-led at heart and attaining exceptional outcomes through living our Mission that “Every pupil thrives and is prepared to shape their future”. 

Set in a beautiful 300-acre parkland estate near Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, RMS is a leading independent day and boarding school for around 900 pupils aged 2 to 18. Located just 30 minutes from Central London, we offer a supportive, inclusive, and modern environment. Our students are willing learners with boundless intellectual curiosity, helping us achieve consistently impressive public examination results.

The Role - Mathematics is one of our most popular A Level subjects, and we are looking for a clear communicator to motivate both staff and students while setting a clear vision for the department's future. 

You will teach across the full range of ages and abilities, including Further Mathematics A Level, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning to secure excellent progress for all students.  As the line manager for the department, you will lead professional development, will support and inspire a team of dedicated teachers.

All staff will commit to the extracurricular life of the department and of the school. The school website and social media accounts will offer more information about our thriving school, with its inclusive community spirit. 

What We Offer - We work closely with our staff to create a happy and fulfilling workplace, offering a competitive salary, discounted on-site accommodation (subject to availability) and school fee discounts. We expect commitment to self-improvement and we offer extensive professional development with a generous budget. Excellent lifestyle benefits include free use of fitness facilities, free lunches, cycle-to-work scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

How to Apply 

Please complete the application form on My New Term via our website (www.rmsforgirls.com using the Supporting Statement section to detail your suitability for the role. Please note CVs are not accepted

• Closing Date: Monday 13th April 2026 by 9.00 am. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Please submit your application as early as possible.

• Interviews: Expected to take place soon after

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact HR at hradmin@rmsforgirls.com or telephone the School on 01923 725762

The Royal Masonic School is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to promoting equity, celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion in every aspect of school life for both pupils and staff in order to enable every individual to thrive. Our school community is built around our core values of inclusivity, courage, ambition, kindness, perseverance and integrity. Through the promotion of these values, we aim to ensure that every individual at RMS is celebrated and empowered to develop both personally and professionally. We encourage applications from everyone who shares these values and will embrace them at all times. 

 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

 The Royal Masonic School for Girls is a Private Limited Company, Registered No 1339867 England, Registered Charity No 276784