13 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    9 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    23 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject

Mathematics

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPS/UPS

Additional allowances

TLR 1B

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate and experienced Maths teacher ready to step into subject leadership across multiple schools? Do you have a proven track record of improving outcomes and supporting others to deliver high-quality teaching?

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity for an aspiring senior leader to make a Trust-wide impact while maintaining a connection to the classroom. Working under the direction of the Subject Director, you will support the strategic delivery of curriculum and raise standards in teaching and learning. You will act as a key leader, taking direct responsibility for Maths in one or two specific schools whilst contributing to the wider Trust strategy. This role combines subject leadership, teacher coaching, curriculum development, and classroom teaching, offering the perfect platform for career progression.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Work closely with the Subject Director to support strategic curriculum delivery and raise standards in teaching and learning across the Trust.
  • School Leadership: Provide direct subject leadership in designated schools, driving improvements and ensuring consistency in practice.
  • Staff Development: Support and develop other teachers through coaching, mentoring, and collaboration to deliver high-quality teaching.
  • Curriculum Design: Contribute to the design and implementation of an inclusive, ambitious Maths curriculum that meets the needs of all students.
  • Data & Intervention: Analyse performance data to identify barriers to learning, specifically focusing on raising standards and closing gaps for disadvantaged learners.
  • Inclusive Practice: Ensure inclusive and consistent practices are embedded across the Trust to benefit all students regardless of their starting point.
  • Collaboration: Work as part of a forward-thinking subject team, building strong relationships across school teams and phases.


What the school offers its staff

Qualifications and Skills

The successful candidate must hold their Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Mathematics and have a strong track record of excellent teaching and improving pupil outcomes in Maths.

Why Join Us?

  • A role that combines classroom teaching with leadership impact across schools.
  • Competitive salary on the Leadership Scale.
  • Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes.
  • Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription.
  • Access to high-quality professional development and career growth opportunities.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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 will not be accepted for this application.

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About The Gainsborough Academy

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
722 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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School website
The Gainsborough Academy website
Email address
recruitment@wickersleypt.org
Phone number
01709807600
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The Gainsborough Academy is an inclusive and aspirational Academy based in the Lincolnshire town of Gainsborough, easily accessible from the M18, M180 and A1 motorway networks. We occupy a state of the art building with extensive grounds, learning and recreational facilities which are designed to inspire pupils and staff alike. At the Gainsborough Academy we are passionate about education and have a belief that all students regardless of their ability and background, deserve choice and opportunity.

We are working with Wickerlsey Partnership Trust. An outstanding Trust based in Rotherham.

Arranging a visit to The Gainsborough Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@wickersleypt.org.

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