Full Time | Permanent
Outer London Teacher Pay Scale + TLR
Start Date: Next Academic Year
Location: Bolton

Are you an ambitious and inspiring Mathematics teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Second in Charge of Mathematics to join our successful and forward-thinking Mathematics department in a thriving secondary school. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for raising achievement and supporting curriculum development within a high-performing team.

Working closely with the Head of Mathematics, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the department, driving standards, and ensuring excellent outcomes for students across Key Stages 3, 4 and, where applicable, Key Stage 5.

The Role

As Second in Charge of Mathematics, you will:

• Support the leadership and day-to-day management of the Mathematics department
• Deliver engaging and high-quality Mathematics lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
• Assist in curriculum planning, assessment, and departmental improvement strategies
• Monitor student progress and contribute to raising attainment and achievement
• Support and mentor colleagues, including ECTs and less experienced teachers
• Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and academic excellence

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A degree in Mathematics or a related subject
• Proven experience teaching Mathematics in a secondary school setting
• A strong track record of excellent classroom practice and student outcomes
• Leadership potential or previous middle leadership experience within a department
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to continuous professional development and whole-school improvement

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• A well-resourced Mathematics department with a strong team ethos
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A positive and inclusive school culture committed to staff wellbeing

Salary

Outer London Teacher Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) + TLR (dependent on experience and responsibilities).