Lead Practitioner for Mathematics
Staffordshire University Academy, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS12 4JH12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
28 September 2026 at 9am
Date listed
16 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
- Other leadership role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- Between £52,026 and £57,418
What skills and experience we're looking for
Why here, why now?
Staffordshire University Academy are looking to recruit a lead practitioner to join our experienced and supportive maths team. The department is an experienced team who deliver lessons in mixed-ability groups and scaffold learning to ensure the best outcomes for all students. This position would suit an experienced maths teacher or someone seeking to further their leadership experience.
We are committed to continually improving the quality of our provision. We have access to high quality facilities and resources and work within a strong team structure that allows best practice to be shared. Staff benefit from a positive working environment, with strong support for professional development.
About the role:
- Deliver consistently high-quality, inspiring and engaging math’s teaching that supports excellent outcomes for all students.
- Demonstrate and promote the vision, values and ethos of Staffordshire University Academy.
- Act as a model of outstanding classroom practice, supporting high standards of teaching and learning across the math’s faculty.
- Lead an agreed aspect of faculty development within math’s, contributing to continuous improvement.
- Support the effective implementation and delivery of the math’s curriculum to meet the needs of all students.
- Use evidence-informed practice and assessment effectively to improve student progress, attainment and outcomes.
- Support high-quality assessment, recording, tracking and reporting of student progress across the faculty.
- Provide effective leadership, coaching and professional support to colleagues to develop teaching practice.
- Work collaboratively with students, parents/carers, colleagues and leaders to support student achievement and engagement.
- Actively engage with the Academy’s appraisal and professionaldevelopment processes, including completing an annual evidence-informed research project.
What we’re looking for:
- Support and promote the aims, ethos, policies and procedures of the Academy, acting as a model of excellent professional practice.
- Lead and promote a positive learning culture across the faculty and wider Academy, championing highly effective teaching and learning.
- Research and share evidence-informed best practice, drawing on effective approaches from other schools and academies to support continuous improvement.
- Lead and contribute to faculty CPD, encouraging collaboration, professional discussion and the sharing of best practice.
- Act as a teaching and learning coach, proactively supporting colleagues to develop their practice, including supporting ECTs in liaison with the ECF lead.
- Work collaboratively with leaders to support Academy priorities and ensure the effective management and use of resources within the curriculum area and across the Academy.
What the school offers its staff
Why join Staffordshire University Academy?
- A friendly, supportive and collaborative team
- A rapidly improving academy with a clear vision and strong values
- Modern facilities and access to high‑quality resources
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- A positive working environment that prioritises staff wellbeing
- The chance to play a meaningful role in shaping young people’s futures
Further information about the job
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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Staffordshire University Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 709 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- vacancies@suacademy.co.uk
Staffordshire University Academy is a thriving secondary school serving students aged 11–18 in Staffordshire. We are committed to providing an ambitious, inclusive education that enables every student to achieve their full potential.
Our school is characterised by high expectations, strong relationships, and a culture of respect and aspiration. We are proud of our broad and engaging curriculum, excellent pastoral care, and commitment to supporting the personal development of all students.
We place great importance on staff wellbeing and professional development. We offer a comprehensive programme of training, coaching, and career progression opportunities, including dedicated support for Early Career Teachers through a structured induction programme and access to high-quality mentoring.
We are looking for colleagues who share our commitment to excellence and who are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of young people.
Arranging a visit to Staffordshire University Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@suacademy.co.uk.
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