Head of Maths
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Chesterfield, S40 3NS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an ambitious and inspirational leader ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the vision, energy and drive to lead a thriving Maths department to even greater success? At Brookfield Community School, we are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Maths to lead our successful department and deliver outstanding outcomes for our students.
Why join us?
This is an excellent opportunity to:
• Lead a dedicated and talented Maths team with a strong commitment to excellence
• Drive innovation and accelerate student progress across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
• Make a significant impact within an ambitious and supportive school
• Play a pivotal role in ensuring all students achieve their potential
About the role
We are looking for a leader who:
• Demonstrates outstanding teaching and learning practice
• Has a proven track record of raising attainment and improving outcomes
• Is passionate about developing both students and staff
• Can inspire, motivate and challenge others to achieve their very best
You will lead the strategic direction of Maths, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, curriculum design and student achievement.
What we offer
• A supportive and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team
• Access to excellent facilities and resources
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A vibrant school community
Brookfield Community School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of the Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.
What the school offers its staff
Benefits
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
Further details about the role
For further details regarding this post or to request a visit to school, please contact Mrs Gillian Rhodes, PA to Headteacher on g.rhodes@brookfieldcs.org.uk .
To apply, complete our on-line application form using the ‘apply now’ button.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the HR Team on hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk .
Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, Child Barred List check, social media checks and satisfactory references.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.