Director of Mathematics

Manchester Academy, Manchester, M14 4PX

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 April 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: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Term Time Only
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Highly Competitive Salary
• Additional allowances:

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What skills and experience we're looking for

Inspire curiosity. Build confidence. Help every student discover the power of Maths.

At Manchester Academy, we believe great Maths education changes lives. We are seeking an ambitious and inspiring Director of Maths who is passionate about creating the very best learning experiences for students, igniting a genuine love of Maths and ensuring every learner feels confident, capable and challenged.

You will lead a thriving department with purpose and care—shaping an engaging, high‑quality curriculum and fostering exceptional teaching so that all students develop the skills, resilience and ambition to succeed in Maths and beyond.

⭐ What You’ll Do

Lead a committed Maths team, “providing motivation and direction for the whole team” while modelling outstanding classroom practice.

Deliver well‑planned, engaging lessons rooted in Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction and our Excellent Teaching Model.

Use high‑quality assessment and data to secure strong progress for all learners and plan effective interventions.

Design and refine a well‑sequenced, fully resourced curriculum across KS3 and KS4.

Mentor ECTs and support colleagues through coaching, professional development and performance management.

Work closely with senior leaders to drive improvement and uphold our ethos of The Best in Everyone.

Champion positive attitudes to learning and ensure every student makes at least expected progress.

What the school offers its staff

⭐ What We Offer

Our pledge to teachers: more pay, more time, more support.

More pay: Around 5% above national scales, plus medical cash plan and staff discounts.

More time: Three additional INSET days for planning and at least one personal day per year.

More support: Exceptional CPD, expert subject guidance, high‑quality curriculum resources and strong wellbeing support

Apply now or email us to request a visit.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Director of Maths JD 2026.docx - 145 KB (opens in new tab)

MA Recruitment Pack - Director of Math.pdf - 3.17 MB (opens in new tab)

About Manchester Academy

• School type: Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1117 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Manchester Academy website
• Email address: hr@manchester-academy.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/manchester-academy

Manchester Academy is vibrant, dynamic and forward thinking teaching community which embraces diversity and is committed to ensuring the success of our students. We are located on the outskirts of the world famous Manchester City Centre which means excellent transport links into Manchester and the North-West.

Arranging a visit to Manchester Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@manchester-academy.org.

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