Head of Maths Department

Location: Secondary School, Middlesbrough
Start Date: September 2026 (or earlier by negotiation)
Contract: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious, inspirational and experienced Head of Mathematics to lead a committed department in a secondary school in Middlesbrough.

This is an exciting opportunity for an established middle leader or an outstanding classroom practitioner ready to step into leadership. You will play a key role in driving standards, shaping the curriculum, and ensuring excellent outcomes for all students across KS3 and KS4 (with potential KS5).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and inspire the Mathematics department
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and student outcomes
• Monitor and evaluate progress, using data to inform strategic planning
• Support and develop staff through coaching, mentoring and CPD
• Ensure a high-quality, ambitious and inclusive Maths curriculum
• Promote a culture of high expectations, strong behaviour and engagement
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and leadership priorities

About You

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Is a qualified teacher of Mathematics (QTS/QTLS)
• Has a proven track record of raising attainment in Maths
• Demonstrates strong leadership or leadership potential
• Is passionate about delivering engaging and effective Maths lessons
• Has excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Is committed to inclusion and supporting all learners to succeed

Desirable

• Previous experience as Head of Department or Key Stage Lead
• Experience teaching at KS5 (A-Level Maths/Further Maths)
• Experience in curriculum development and departmental improvement
• Strong understanding of data analysis and intervention strategies

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• A well-resourced Mathematics department
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A school committed to high standards and positive outcomes for all students
• The chance to make a real impact within a Middlesbrough school community

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the direction of Mathematics within the school, inspire both staff and students, and drive meaningful improvement.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.