Head of Maths
Brookfield Community School, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3NS7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time - Permanent
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3
Additional allowances
TLR1B of £12,956 per annum.
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an ambitious and inspirational leader ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the vision, energy and drive to lead a thriving Maths department to even greater success? At Brookfield Community School, we are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Maths to lead our successful department and deliver outstanding outcomes for our students.
Why join us?
This is an excellent opportunity to:
- Lead a dedicated and talented Maths team with a strong commitment to excellence
- Drive innovation and accelerate student progress across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
- Make a significant impact within an ambitious and supportive school
- Play a pivotal role in ensuring all students achieve their potential
About the role
We are looking for a leader who:
- Demonstrates outstanding teaching and learning practice
- Has a proven track record of raising attainment and improving outcomes
- Is passionate about developing both students and staff
- Can inspire, motivate and challenge others to achieve their very best
You will lead the strategic direction of Maths, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, curriculum design and student achievement.
What we offer
- A supportive and forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team
- Access to excellent facilities and resources
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A vibrant school community
Brookfield Community School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of the Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.
What the school offers its staff
Benefits
- Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Recognised continuous local government service
- The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
- Cycle to work scheme
- Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee benefits platform
Further information about the job
For further details regarding this post or to request a visit to school, please contact Mrs Gillian Rhodes, PA to Headteacher on g.rhodes@brookfieldcs.org.uk .
To apply, complete our on-line application form using the ‘apply now’ button.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the HR Team on hr@redhillacademytrust.org.uk .
Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, Child Barred List check, social media checks and satisfactory references.
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.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Brookfield Community School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1156 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- g.rhodes@brookfieldcs.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01246 568115
Brookfield Community School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The school is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities for further information please visit the website.
Arranging a visit to Brookfield Community School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email g.rhodes@brookfieldcs.org.uk.
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