Head of Mathematics
Loreto High School Chorlton, Manchester, M21 7SW11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
24 November 2025 at 8am
Date listed
13 November 2025
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: Full time, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS1 TO UPS3
Additional allowances
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Loreto High School is seeking a passionate leader of Mathematics to join our dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and contribute to the development of the Quality of Education within a high achieving and supportive department focused on improving teaching practice and student outcomes.
We maintain high standards of behaviour and foster an inclusive environment for all students, supporting those pursuing higher education and those with special educational needs. Staff are expected to uphold the school’s ethos and reinforce policies on conduct and courtesy. We encourage involvement in co-curricular activities to support students’ development beyond the classroom.
About Loreto High School As part of the global Loreto family of schools, Loreto High School benefits from a 400-year tradition of excellence. Our school is built on the values of excellence, truth, justice, freedom, internationality, joy and sincerity; creating an inclusive environment where students and staff of all backgrounds and abilities can thrive. We are committed to academic development, ensuring staff are equipped to deliver a high-quality education.
The Successful Candidate Will Be:
A qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring
students through
Mathematics.
Committed to delivering engaging lessons for a range of abilities across Key Stages 3 and 4.
Enthusiastic about contributing to co-curricular activities.
A reliable and collaborative team player with a strong work ethic.
Dedicated to upholding the school’s high standards and ethos.
What the school offers its staff
Employee Benefits
Professional Development:
Tailored support for career growth, regular training, and a personalised
induction programme.
Health and Wellbeing:
Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, Mental Health First
Aiders, Cycle to Work Scheme, free eye tests, and gym discounts.
Financial Rewards:
Competitive salaries, pension contributions, long service awards, and access to
discount platforms.
Work-Life Balance:
Regular workload reviews and flexible working opportunities where possible.
Community and
Recognition: Positive working environment that values
achievements and
contributions.
Further information about the job
Start date is February 2026 or as soon as the successful candidate is available.
Interview date Thursday 27th November or Monday 1st December.
Commitment to safeguarding
Loreto High School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to all the relevant pre-employment checks set out in “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, including an enhanced DBS certificate with a barred-list check, together with additional checks as part of the shortlisting process, including carrying out an online search.
More Information can be found at www.loretochorlton.co.uk
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
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About Loreto High School Chorlton
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 766 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Loreto High School Chorlton website
- Email address
- recruitment@loretochorlton.manchester.sch.uk
About Loreto High School
Part of the international family of Loreto schools and colleges and as such benefits from a 400 year old tradition and links with Loreto Sixth Form College and with Loreto schools and colleges both in the UK and worldwide.
"A truly diverse, welcoming and joy-filled school in which staff daily model the gospel values expressed by Mary Ward and deliver extraordinary care to each unique member of the community.” Section 48 Inspection March 2020
A small, friendly, inclusive, cohesive school where we get to know our students well, find out what they are good at and develop their talents “… a welcoming, caring and passionate school that really does know every child.” Parent View
Visitors tell us our students are calm and well-mannered and that our Catholic ethos pervades all that we do.
Arranging a visit to Loreto High School Chorlton
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@loretochorlton.manchester.sch.uk.
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