Head of Maths

Bolton St Catherine's Academy

HEAD OF MATHEMATICS

L6-L10 (£56,316- £62,202)

1.0 FTE

Permanent Contract

Required Easter 2025 (negotiable around exam classes) or September 2025

Do you think mathematics is the greatest subject in the world? Do you still get a buzz from convincing students of that fact through great teaching? Are you ready to lead a team who think the same, but want to go to the next level when it comes to outcomes?

If so, Bolton St Catherine’s Academy would love to hear from you!

At our vibrant 3-16 school, our mathematics team has a solid foundation, with a history of results that have been among the strongest in the school. While the outcomes in 2024 were not where we wanted them to be, progress in mathematics has historically been in the average category in secondary and above average in primary. 

Mathematics is a key focus in our journey of school transformation. As part of this, we are committed to empowering our pupils to achieve good passes, enabling them to access many more courses and opportunities when they leave us. Naturally, every school wants to achieve this, but we are truly committed to putting in the resources to make this a reality. You won’t need to start from scratch, the curriculum is robust, and you have leadership capacity within the team as well as strong support from SLT. We like maths too!

We are seeking a passionate leader who:

• Loves mathematics and inspires that same love in students and staff alike.
•  Has a proven track record of achieving results, particularly in raising attainment at the critical Grade 3/4 borderline and in preparing students for A-Level Mathematics.
• Demonstrates a strong moral purpose, recognising the potential to make a life-changing impact on our pupils.

Your main duties would be:

• To provide professional leadership and management to the mathematics department.
• To be a role model to members of the department, demonstrating excellent teaching and learning in your own practice and providing innovative curriculum thinking to drive it forward in all linked subjects.
• To raise standards across all groups of learners, contributing to the highest outcomes for all.
•  To support the delivery of the whole school numeracy strategy.

In return we offer:

• Outstanding professional development and a commitment to your career progression.
• A supportive and collegial staff body, renowned for its camaraderie and collaborative spirit.
• Pupils who will challenge, inspire and remind you why you became a teacher and a leader.
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim56 back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Fantastic facilities.

This is your opportunity to be a cornerstone of our school’s improvement journey, to inspire excellence, and to ensure that mathematics opens doors for every child.

We welcome site visits and pre-application phone calls or online meetings.

Application information:

For more information visit our website www.boltonstcatherinesacademy.org.uk or contact our Business Operations Team on 01204 332553 or by emailing hr@boltonstcatherinesacademy.org.uk

To apply please complete the application form via the link – please do not send CV’s as they will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

Closing Date: Wednesday 29^th January 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 5^th February 2025