Head of Maths

Full Job Description

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Job Title:  Head of Maths
Location:  Bankside School, Worcester, WR8 0AD
Hours:       37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.00pm
Salary:      Up to £47,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:         September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Bankside School is committed to helping vulnerable and hard‑to‑place pupils achieve their full potential. We are seeking an inspirational and passionate Maths Leader who can raise achievement through personalised, engaging and inclusive teaching.

You will lead the development of Maths across the school, delivering well‑structured lessons that build confidence, fluency and problem‑solving skills. Alongside teaching, you will shape the curriculum, support staff, and ensure high‑quality provision that meets the needs of pupils—many of whom have social, emotional or mental health needs.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a challenging, motivating and highly rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and develop a responsive Maths curriculum aligned with national standards.
• Promote participation, achievement and progression across all ability levels.
• Lead and support staff to ensure effective delivery of Maths.
• Drive continuous improvement through clear objectives, evaluation and quality planning.
• Work with senior leaders to implement strategic and operational development plans.
• Collaborate with the SENCo to ensure robust systems for tracking and reviewing progress.
• Model high standards in teaching, behaviour and professional conduct.

About You

          Essential:

• UK QTS or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge across number, algebra, geometry, statistics and problem‑solving.
• Ability to plan and deliver accredited Maths pathways (Functional Skills, GCSE, Entry Level).
• Skilled in engaging learners through varied and differentiated teaching methods.
• Understanding of assessment and how to use it to support progress.
• Awareness of statutory requirements for pupils with additional needs.
• Empathy, resilience and the ability to manage challenging behaviour.
• Confident in analysing data for regulatory and accreditation purposes.
• Degree‑level education and evidence of teaching competence.

• Driving licence required

  Desirable:

• Experience working with SEMH/ASC pupils.
• Ability to use digital tools, manipulatives and Maths‑specific software.
• Knowledge of functional numeracy and key skills tuition.

About Us

Bankside School is an exciting new venture near Hanley Castle, Worcester. Our new specialist school caters for students aged 11-18 years old with Autism, Complex needs and learning disabilities.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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