Head of Mathematics

Cardinal Griffin Catholic College, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 4AW

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  01 September 2026 or 01 January 2027

• Closing date

  3 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  11 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR (£10,174)
• Additional allowances:

  MPS/UPS plus TLR (£10,174)

Head of Mathematics job summary

An exciting opportunity is available to join our well‑established, fully staffed, and high‑performing Maths department. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Head of Maths who is eager to make a meaningful contribution to our college community. Our department is reflective, supportive and highly collaborative. We use research‑informed practice to guide our approach to teaching and learning, and we are committed to managing staff workload thoughtfully—particularly in relation to shared planning and marking expectations.

The successful candidate will provide clear leadership and strategic direction for Maths ensuring high‑quality teaching and learning across all key stages. Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing the Maths department effectively
• Developing an engaging and ambitious Maths curriculum
• Raising standards of attainment and progress for all students
• Using assessment and data to inform teaching and intervention
• Supporting, coaching and developing staff within the department
• Contributing positively to the wider life and leadership of the College

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent Maths practitioner with strong subject knowledge
• Has the ability to lead, motivate and inspire staff and students
• Demonstrates high expectations and a commitment to continuous improvement Is organised, reflective and committed to professional development
• Is supportive of the Catholic ethos of the College (applications are welcome from candidates of all faiths and none)

Closing Date: 3rd July at 8:00am

The College reserves the right to interview as soon as it has a suitable field of candidates and so encourages early applications*

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application. Applicants will be subject to an online search if shortlisted. Where the role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children, it is an offence to apply if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

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.

About Cardinal Griffin Catholic College

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 775 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cardinal Griffin Catholic College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cardinal-griffin-catholic-college-cannock

Are you looking for a new challenge in an innovative and supportive 11-18 Catholic school? Now part of the newly expanded Painsley Catholic Academy, the largest multi-academy in the Archdiocese of Birmingham, Cardinal Griffin Catholic College is looking to recruit dynamic, forward-thinking and inspirational staff to join us on our journey to success. With a strong Catholic ethos that puts ‘love’ at the heart of its community, the school provides a haven where all can flourish. Situated just outside the town centre and easily accessed by train, bus or the M6, Cardinal Griffin Catholic College is proud of its strong community links and its beautiful grounds.

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