School Standards and Improvement Partner for Maths

Outwood Academy Haydock, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA11 0JG

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  21 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  9 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £72,032 - £79,460

What skills and experience we're looking for

• School Standards and Improvement Partner (SSIP) for Maths
• Outwood Grange Academies Trust - North West
• Permanent, full time L13-17 from January 2027

A unique and exceptional opportunity for an accomplished maths leader to lead and influence the maths curriculum provision, standards and outcomes across maths departments in the Outwood Grange Family of Schools.

About the role:

We are incredibly excited to offer a unique leadership role within the Maths School Improvement Team for an inspiring maths leader with a proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes; this is a critical leadership role for the trust. The role of School Standards and Improvement Partner (SSIP) with OGAT is highly sought after as it affords outstanding subject leaders the opportunity to widen their impact on the lives of our young people. SSIPs develop their own leadership knowledge and skills, work closely with a range of colleagues to drive improvement and high standards and work directly with our students, whilst still focusing within the subject in which they are absolute experts and have a love and enthusiasm for.

The successful candidate will work across a number of academies within a geographical community in the North West of England, where you’ll be at the forefront of driving excellence in maths education.

You’ll work closely with senior leadership and subject teams as part of an experienced team of school improvement partners, leading and developing maths departments, shaping a curriculum that challenges and inspires students and improving teaching and outcomes for students. You will join an established team of Maths SSIPs led by our Trust Strategic Lead for Maths as well as playing a role with other subject SSIPs in the development and implementation of our wider secondary curriculum, pedagogy and practice.

What are we looking for:

We seek a leader with a passion for mathematics education and a drive to transform the learning experience and lives of our students. You need to have demonstrable, exceptional performance in your current role, deep subject knowledge and pedagogical expertise and current research-informed practice in order to drive systematic, measurable improvement across all academies.

Our academies pride themselves on incredibly high standards for both students and staff alike; we expect high standards of behaviour, teaching and a culture of continuous improvement.

This is a permanent, full-time position with the opportunity to make a substantial impact on the maths and wider education of thousands of young people. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the maths education at the heart of a Trust that puts “students first”, strives to demonstrate expertise in our respective roles and is obsessive about attaining the highest standards, thereby transforming students’ life chances. This is an exciting time to join Outwood Grange Academies Trust as we work collectively as a family of schools to achieve the very best for our students in every region and every classroom.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion to this role that is both challenging and rewarding, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to ensure that every student, regardless of their starting point, can achieve their full potential and thrive.

The role centres on driving excellence and consistency in teaching and learning for a specific subject across all allocated schools, in alignment with the Trust's vision.

The responsibilities can be broken down into three main areas:

1. Leadership and Development

Model Leadership: Act as a system and subject leader and role model for subject leaders and teachers, promoting the Trust's pedagogical strategies.

Improvement: Directly drive improvements in the quality of teaching, learning, and standards through mentoring and coaching.

Strategy: Take responsibility for an area of the subject strategy or development plan as directed by the wider Subject TSL (Trust Subject Leader).

2. Quality Assurance and Data Management

Data Analysis: Develop, use, and interpret accurate data on subject performance (Trust, school, cohort, class level) to facilitate targeted intervention and ensure leaders/teachers understand and apply the data effectively.

Quality Assurance (QA): Support accurate self-evaluation and systematic QA, producing required reports, and ensuring statutory requirements (assessment, exam specifications) are met.

Compliance: Keep up to date with OFSTED requirements and evidence-informed practice.

3. Professional Growth and Community

Professional Development (CPD): Lead and develop a community of teachers and leaders, identify subject expertise, and ensure colleagues receive appropriate, ambitious CPD.

Collaboration: Act as a facilitator/coordinator for new and innovative practice, contribute to the Trust's School Improvement Strategic Plan, and lead/participate in relevant events (e.g., Outwood Institute of Education).

Visibility & Support: Be a visible, proactive, and approachable ambassador for the Trust, offering support on people and resource management (recruitment, retention) related to the subject.

If you are interested in this role and would like to have an informal conversation or visit to one of our academies then please contact Melanie Lee, Trust Strategic Lead for Maths: phone (07525834098) or emailm.lee@outwood.com.

What the school offers its staff

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?

We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:

• Competitive Pay & Defined Pension:Competitive salary with increments and inflation-linked increases. Automatic enrolment into a defined benefit pension scheme (TPS or LGPS) with high employer contributions.

• Professional Growth & Recognition:Access CPD up to Masters level (including NPQs). Opportunities for national system leadership roles (NLEs/NLGs) and recognition across the Trust.

• Impact and Workload:Genuine impact opportunities across a family of schools, a manageable workload through our Workload Charter & guaranteed CPD time.

• Wellbeing & Enhanced Policies:Dedicated Wellbeing Employer with a comprehensive strategy and supportive policies (e.g., Menopause Policy). Enhanced occupational benefits with no qualifying period and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Take the next step in your professional journey and apply now to access these exceptional development and system-wide impact opportunities.

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

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

School Standards & Improvement Partner Secondary JD.docx (1).pdf - 782 KB (opens in new tab)

School Standards & Improvement Partner PS.pdf - 168 KB (opens in new tab)

About Outwood Academy Haydock

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 791 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Outwood Academy Haydock website
• Email address: m.lee@outwood.com
• Phone number: 07525834098
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/outwood-academy-haydock

Welcome from the Principal: 

I am truly proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Haydock. Nestled in the vibrant, historic community of Haydock, St Helens, we are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child. 

What truly sets us apart is our incredible team. The staff at Outwood Academy Haydock are dedicated, passionate individuals motivated by a shared belief in the transformative power of education and a deep commitment to our community. We value collaboration, innovation, and staff well-being, constantly striving to provide the very best learning experience for every child. 

As a proud member of the Outwood Family, committed to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team if you share our passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people. 

I look forward to meeting you.

Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Haydock

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email m.lee@outwood.com.

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