Assistant Faculty Leader - Maths
The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 1EH6 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
14 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 (+£5,651)
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Role
Assistant Faculty Leader - Maths
TMS/UPS: £31,650 - £49,084 + TLR2b (£5,651)
Contract type: Full Time
Contract term: Permanent
Job Start: September 2025
Are you an ambitious and inspiring mathematics teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Do you have a passion for raising attainment and developing a high-performing maths department?
The Avon Valley School is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Assistant Faculty Leader of Maths to support the faculty leader in the strategic direction, development, and delivery of an outstanding maths curriculum.This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of mathematics in a school dedicated to high standards and inclusivity.
Why Join Us?
At The Avon Valley School, we are committed to nurturing every student’s potential, both academically and personally. Our ethos is built on Ambition, Respect, and Care, fostering a learning environment where students feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their aspirations.
The Role
As Assistant Faculty Leader of Maths, you will play a crucial role in supporting the faculty leader in all aspects of the department’s operation.You will contribute to the development and implementation of the faculty’s strategy, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across all key stages.This is an exciting opportunity to develop your leadership skills and make a significant impact on the progress and attainment of our students in maths.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Faculty Leader:To assist the faculty leader in the strategic planning, management, and evaluation of the maths faculty.
- Curriculum Development:To contribute to the development, implementation, and review of a challenging and engaging maths curriculum across all key stages.
- Teaching and Learning:To model and promote outstanding teaching practices within the department, supporting colleagues in their delivery of high-quality lessons.
- Data Analysis and Intervention:To assist in the analysis of student performance data, identifying trends and implementing effective intervention strategies to support student progress.
- Staff Development:To contribute to the professional development of maths staff, including mentoring, coaching, and sharing best practice.
- Assessment and Reporting:To support the implementation of effective assessment and reporting procedures within the department.
- Resources and Equipment:To assist in the management and organisation of departmental resources and equipment.
- Collaboration:To work collaboratively with other departments and the senior leadership team to ensure a consistent and holistic approach to student learning.
- Deputising:To deputise for the faculty leader in their absence.
- Safeguarding:To be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, adhering to school policies and procedures.
We are looking for candidates who is:
- An experienced maths teacher with a proven track record of raising student attainment.
- Possess strong leadership potential and a desire to develop their leadership skills.
- Have a deep understanding of the maths curriculum and effective pedagogical approaches.
- Are able to use data to inform practice and drive improvement.
- Have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- Are able to motivate and inspire both students and colleagues.
- Are committed to continuous professional development.
How to Apply
If you are excited by this opportunity and want to be part of a school where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply by clicking the link below which will take you to our online application form.
Please look at our website to find out more about the school, or contact Katie Collins, Assistant Headteacher, at kcollins@avonvalleyschool.uk for an informal conversation about the role.
Application Deadline:12pm on Wednesday 14th May 2025(We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.)
Interviews: Scheduled shortly after the closing date.
For further information, contact chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk or call 01788 542355.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Please note:
- We do not accept CVs without an application form.
- We do not provide working visas.
- If shortlisted, you will be required to complete a declaration regarding any relevant criminal offences as part of our safeguarding duties.
- Avon Valley School conducts online searches (including social media) as per KCSIE 2024.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child workforce) via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Join us in shaping a future of limitless potential. We look forward to hearing from you!
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
Joining The Avon Valley School means becoming part of a supportive and forward-thinking community. Our staff enjoy:
- Tailored career developmentwith annual personal development opportunities.
- Additional PPA time, exceeding the 10% normally offered for teaching staff.
- Flexible working arrangements for all staff, including biweekly work-from-home option, or a fully paid well-being day.
- A generous absence request policy, for example, do you want to watch your child’s primary school sports day, or attend your best friend’s wedding? Not a problem if you work for us.
- A proactive staff well-being programme to support work-life balance.
- A committed and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
- A thriving school community with engaged students and supportive parents/carers.
- Lunch provided for anyone offering student facing activities during lunchtimes.
- Paid duties for anyone joining our lunchtime duty team.
- Employee benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, and catering facilities.
- A successful ECT support programme, fostering professional growth.
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.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1107 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk
- Phone number
- 01788 542355
Avon Valley is a successful and oversubscribed school situated within the busy market town of Rugby. Following our Ofsted Inspection in March 2023, we were graded a ‘Good’ school. The school offers a distinctive ethos where we aim to inspire and support each student to prepare for their future by fulfilling both their academic and personal potential.
www.avonvalleyschool.uk
Arranging a visit to The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk.
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