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Deputy Subject Leader for Maths

Chatham Grammar, Chatham, Kent, ME5 7EH

This job expired on 13 March 2026 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  13 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  4 March 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: £32,916- £51,055 + TRP £ 3,527

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 strategic leadership, development, and day-to-day management of the Mathematics department.

• Promote and maintain high standards of teaching, learning, assessment, and student achievement across the department.

• Plan and deliver engaging and innovative lessons that promote independent learning and strong mathematical thinking.

• Ensure the mathematics curriculum is effectively planned and delivered in line with examination board and statutory requirements.

• Work collaboratively with the University sponsor and external partners to enhance learning opportunities for students.

• Contribute to whole-academy development, school improvement initiatives, and professional learning across the Trust.

Person Specification

• Demonstrates strong leadership potential with experience in curriculum development and supporting staff professional growth.

• Proven track record of improving student attainment and progress in mathematics.

• Strong knowledge of effective teaching practices, assessment strategies, and current developments in education.

• Innovative, collaborative, and highly organised with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to teach and inspire students within a Trust that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration.

• A supportive and aspirational environment with excellent facilities and resources.

• Extensive professional development opportunities and clear career progression pathways across the Trust.

• Recruitment incentives may be available for an exceptional 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 - Friday 13th March 2026

Interviews will be scheduled during the week of 16th March , or earlier if a suitable candidate applies. 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

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.

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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.

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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: View Ofsted report
• School website: Chatham Grammar website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/chatham-grammar

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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