Deputy Subject Leader for Maths
Chatham Grammar, Chatham, Kent, ME5 7EH23 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
26 February 2026 at 10:59pm
Date listed
3 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,055.00 Annually (Actual) £3,527 per annum
Deputy Subject Leader for Maths job summary
Deputy Subject Leader of Maths
Salary Grade: UKAT Teachers + TRP 2d
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Start Date: Sept 2026
Location: Chatham Grammar
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Deputy Subject Leader of Maths to support departmental leadership. The role involves driving high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment; developing engaging, independent learning opportunities; and ensuring curriculum and examination compliance. You will support staff development, monitor student progress, and work with our university sponsor and partners to enhance learning programmes and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Subject Leader in the leadership and day-to-day management of the Maths department.
Drive high standards in teaching, learning, assessment, and student outcomes.
Develop and deliver innovative, engaging pedagogy that promotes independent learning.
Ensure curriculum delivery meets examination and statutory requirements.
Work with the University sponsor and external partners to enhance learning opportunities.
Contribute to whole-academy improvement and professional development.
Person Specification
Strong leadership skills with experience in curriculum and staff development.
Proven ability to raise student attainment and achievement.
Knowledge of effective pedagogy, assessment, and current educational practice.
Innovative, collaborative, and an excellent communicator.
What We Offer
The chance to teach and inspire within a Trust that values creativity, innovation and collaboration.
A supportive and aspirational environment with access to excellent resources, including our one-to-one iPad scheme.
Extensive opportunities for professional development and career progression across UKAT.
A strong extra-curricular Science offer, enabling students to deepen and extend their passion for the subject.
Recruitment incentives may be available for the right candidate.
How to Apply
Your application should be completed after reading the job description and person specification. Please use the application form to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, and why you believe you are a strong candidate.
We are committed to attracting top talent to our inclusive Trust and welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, disability, gender reassignment, age, or sexual orientation.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Closing Date - 26th Feb 2026
We review applications as they are received and reserve the right to interview suitable candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. The selection panel will then explore such items with the candidate during interview. The Trust’s HR Team or another member of staff trained in safer recruitment, will use Google.com to conduct each search and no adverse judgement will be formed for applicants with limited or online footprint.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service
(DBS).
In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Chatham Grammar
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 950 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Chatham Grammar website
Chatham Grammar (CG) is a selective 11 – 19 girls academy (with a mixed sixth form) whose Lead Sponsor is the University of Kent. Chatham Grammar is part of the established University of Kent Academies Trust (UKAT).
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