HEAD OF MATHS

Contract Type: Full Time

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS and TLR2C

Posted: Friday 21st November 2025

Closing Date: Friday 5th December 2025, 9am

Job Starts: As soon as possible / January 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 16th December 2025  

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.

Are you an inspiring Maths leader ready to make a real impact? We are seeking a forward-thinking Head of Maths to lead our collaborative department. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator with a passion for high-quality teaching to shape the future of Maths across all key stages.

The successful candidate will teach across KS3 and KS4, with the ability to deliver at KS5, and will lead and inspire their team, and drive exceptional outcomes for all learners. As Head of Department, you will provide strategic leadership that empowers staff, promotes professional growth, and fosters a culture of curiosity, challenge, and achievement.

Our Maths Department is a vibrant and supportive team committed to inclusive, engaging learning. Rooks Heath School offers a welcoming environment, excellent professional development, and a strong induction programme for new staff.

If you are passionate about Maths and helping every student achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression

• Generous Pension Scheme

• Excellent transport links

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

• Interest free loans for relocation costs

• Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains

• Cycle to work scheme

• Contribution to Flu Jabs annually

• Contribution to standard eye care tests

• Employee Referral Scheme

• Dedication to continuing professional development

• Employee discounts on our nursery, primary school and out of hours provisions

• Recognised as a National Living Wage Award Employer

Rooks Heath School is part of Tithe Academy, a Multi Academy Trust and sponsors a local primary school and an Alternative Education provider. Our schools work together to drive up standards across the MAT. We offer excellent PD opportunities and potential for career progression.

Tithe Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment of the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the update service. A Certificate of Good Conduct is also required from the successful applicant if they have lived abroad and fulfil relevant requirements.

If you think this role may be for you and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by contacting the school.  We would be happy to facilitate a visit to our site to see the school in operation.  Contact details are: recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk

Please be aware we are unable to support applications which require sponsorship for this role.