Head of Mathematics
Court Fields School, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8SW50 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
1 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
10 March 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 to UPS
Additional allowances
plus TLR1a
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified professional who is both passionate and knowledgeable to lead our excellent Mathematics Faculty for one year or until the post holder returns from maternity leave, whichever is sooner. The successful candidate will need the drive, expertise, and inspirational attributes to shape the work and future development of the faculty.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is able to inspire and lead staff effectively
• Can think strategically and provide high quality leadership and management
• Is able to demonstrate a high standard of subject knowledge
• Can deliver a high-quality curriculum and high standards of teaching across the faculty
• Nurtures a passion for studying Mathematics at all levels of ability
• Ensures students achieve their full potential
• Will build positive relationships with both students, staff and parentsWe are seeking an inspirational
Head of Mathematics to lead our rapidly improving Maths department and drive exceptional outcomes for all learners. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and skilled practitioner to shape the strategic direction of the subject, foster a culture of excellence, and support a dedicated team in delivering outstanding teaching and learning across all key stages.
What the school offers its staff
This is an exciting time to join our great school: we are full and have been significantly oversubscribed in each Year 7 cohort for the last 3 years, we achieved our best ever results at 4+ and 5+ in English & Maths in summer 2025, we have excellent levels of staff retention, attendance and our reputation with families and in the community is very strong, reflecting the great reputation that our school has developed over the last 7 years.
Court Fields’ staff and students are committed to our school, where every child, regardless of background, achieves well, feels they belong to our community and fully participates in school life, to develop character and the resilience to succeed. We are determined to continue to make a positive difference as a central part of our thriving local community, and to build on the significant development of the last few years. We are also part of the thriving Blackdown Education Partnership, which includes 6 secondary schools and 6 primary schools across Devon and Somerset.
You would be joining a thriving and passionate department, with a diverse range of academic interests and expertise.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Applying for the job
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View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Court Fields School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 826 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Court Fields School website
- Email address
- schooloffice@courtfields.bep.ac
Court Fields School has nearly 800 students on roll and is an 11-16 fully comprehensive secondary school. Our 3 values of ‘Achieve, Belong and Participate’ drive all that we do.
At Court Fields School our priority is our students: their academic and pastoral outcomes. We focus on high quality teaching and learning and promote a climate of success and achievement for every student. We have a passion for and a commitment to the core purpose of education and focus relentlessly on each student’s right to the very best provision. We are committed to fostering self-confidence, enthusiasm, perseverance and integrity.
We continue to work relentlessly to support students to achieve academic success, develop their creativity and excel. We provide a positive learning environment where students encounter a wide range of experiences safely, encouraged by a team of dedicated and highly experienced professionals. Our vibrant learning community, coupled with a culture of high standards and high expectations brings out the best in every student, supports ambition and establishes secure foundations for the future.
Court Fields is an inspiring place to work. Having already made significant improvements over the last 2 years, it is an exciting time to join our team. Our staff, students, parents/carers and community are proud of the school, support its journey, and are committed to ensuring that Court Fields provides the very best for every child.
Staff at all levels have a strong visible presence within the school and both students and staff are responsive to one another. If there is a problem, we will take any action quickly and fairly. There must be no child invisible at The Castle Partnership Trust and incidents are dealt with quickly and effectively, so that children know and trust that we will take care of things and will go the extra mile with them. We are also committed to widening participation so that every child participates in learning and enrichment. All members of the school community are expected to pursue these aims.
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