Head of Maths

The Westwood Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 8DY

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter 2026

• Closing date

  6 January 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  3 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £61,534.00 - £67,898.00 Annually (Actual) Leadership Scale 8 - 12

Head of Maths job summary

About Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust:

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust comprises of two schools within its umbrella, offering a rich and diverse learning environment. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and development, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing space for both students and staff.

The Westwood Academy is nestled in a leafy suburb on the outskirts of Coventry within walking distance of the University of Warwick campus, where our strong partnership with the University and other local employers fosters innovation and opportunity. Following our latest Ofsted inspection that we are very pleased with, we offer a nurturing and vibrant environment where talent is recognised.

Classrooms are fully equipped with large interactive TV screens and all the latest technologies at both the schools across the Trust.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Trust that values innovation and collaboration. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of Maths teaching and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Location:

Based at Westwood Academy.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be Subject Leader of Maths at The Westwood Academy with a particular focus on delivering Maths education.

The role will have a particular focus on collaboration to develop and implement effective strategies for enhancing Maths education across all levels.

Requirements:

Quailfied Teaacher Status (QTS)

A degree in Maths or a minimum of two years of teaching experience in the subject.

Passion for Maths education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in teaching KS3, KS4 and KS5.

Benefits:

Excellent CPD opportunities

A supportive team of colleagues across the school

A positive, community, environment with an innovative learning culture

A dedicated and forward-looking leadership team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students.

Shared on-line resources to support the development of student learning.

A wide enrichment programme in which you can participate.

Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme (Benenden) physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, a laptop and free on-site parking.

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

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 The Westwood Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 862 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Westwood Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-westwood-academy

The Westwood Academy is a school in the Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust

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