Head of Maths

Are you an ambitious Maths educator ready to lead, inspire, and transform outcomes for young people?

Do you thrive on challenge, innovation, and high expectations?

St Michael’s Church of England Academy is looking for an exceptional Head of Maths to lead a vibrant department into its next exciting chapter. This is a rare opportunity to shape curriculum, outcomes, and culture at a values-driven school that places its Christian ethos and community at the heart of everything it does.

Why Join St Michael’s?

We are a growing, inclusive academy with a bold vision for excellence. Located in the heart of Crosby, we offer a strong sense of purpose, a supportive leadership team, and a genuine commitment to staff development.

As Head of Maths, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals and drive the delivery of a rich, innovative curriculum that challenges, inspires, and supports every learner from KS3 to KS4. You’ll be central in delivering whole-school improvement, and your leadership will directly impact student achievement, staff growth, and our wider school community.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Leading curriculum development, quality teaching, and high achievement across the Maths department
• Line managing and developing staff to create a culture of continuous improvement and ambition
• Using data insightfully to raise standards and ensure targeted, effective intervention
• Embedding high standards of behaviour for learning and a love of Mathematics
• Supporting strategic planning and contributing to the wider school vision
• Representing Maths with pride at open evenings, community events, and partnership forums

Who We’re Looking For:

You are a dynamic and forward-thinking practitioner with:

• QTS and a strong academic background in Maths
• A proven track record of excellent outcomes at KS4 (and ideally KS5)
• Experience in leading or significantly contributing to a successful department
• Passion for subject innovation, inclusive education, and empowering young people
• The ability to inspire staff and students through strategic leadership, high expectations, and clear vision

Bonus: Experience with curriculum development and data-led intervention strategies is highly desirable.

In Return, We Offer:

• A supportive, inclusive community rooted in Christian values
• Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities
• A culture that champions innovation, creativity, and professional growth
• Dedicated leadership support and access to school-wide improvement networks
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on student lives and learning

St Michael’s C of E Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Be part of a school where your leadership matters.

Be the reason students learn to love Maths.

Be a leader at St Michael’s.