Second in Charge of Mathematics
Hammersmith Academy, London, W12 9JD13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
23 February 2026 at 8am
Date listed
9 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Mathematics
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £40,317.00 - £62,496.00 Annually (FTE) TLR: 2C - £8,609 per annum
Second in Charge of Mathematics job summary
SECOND IN CHARGE OF MATHEMATICS
Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS
(£40,317 - £62,496 per annum)
TLR: 2C (£8,609)
Start Date: September 2026
The Headteacher and Governors of Hammersmith Academy Trust are seeking an exceptional teacher to join our Mathematics Department as Second in Charge. This is a unique opportunity to work in a thriving inner-city academy where students are challenged, inspired, and supported to achieve their very best.
About Hammersmith Academy
Ofsted, January 2022:
“Hammersmith Academy continues to be a good school.”
“Leaders and staff are determined that all their pupils will succeed. They have established a culture of aspiration for all, regardless of pupils’ individual starting points.”
“Subject leaders demonstrate strong curriculum thinking and collaborate effectively across departments, helping students make meaningful connections in their learning.”
At Hammersmith Academy, we are committed to:
high academic standards
inclusive teaching and learning
inspiring students to achieve their full potential
The Role
As Second in Charge of Mathematics, you will:
support the Head of Department in raising teaching, learning, and achievement
contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives
ensure all students are challenged, engaged, and inspired
This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about mathematics, innovation, and student success. You will play a key part in shaping a department that values excellence, creativity, and collaboration.
The Successful Candidate will:
deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that challenge all students
inspire and support learners to achieve their full potential
assess and track progress effectively, using data to inform teaching
create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
promote the highest standards of teaching and learning across the department
Our Expectations
We are looking for a teacher with:
an unwavering belief that every student deserves an outstanding education
a commitment to our values of aspiration, inclusivity, and excellence
the drive to ensure all students progress, succeed, and thrive
Staff Wellbeing
At Hammersmith Academy, staff wellbeing is a priority. We offer:
a supportive and inclusive workplace
opportunities for professional development and career progression
social and wellbeing events throughout the year
We believe that happy, supported teachers create the best learning environments for students.
Our vision for wellbeing:
“To create a caring school community that promotes staff well-being through a whole-school approach, characterised by supportive relationships, meaningful engagement, and a safe environment that celebrates the achievements of all.”
If you are passionate about mathematics and want to work in a forward-thinking, dynamic, and supportive department, we would love to hear from you.
Key Dates
- Closing Date: Monday, 23rd February 2026 - 9.00am
- Interviews: To be confirmed
Additional Information
- All applications will be acknowledged by email. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Commitment to Diversity and Safeguarding
Hammersmith Academy is committed to building a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership status.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please refer to the Ministry of Justice’s guidance on the ROA and the DBS filtering guide.
In line with DfE recommendations in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This will help us identify any issues or incidents that are publicly available online, which we may explore with you at interview.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Hammersmith Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check) and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA).
In accordance with recommendations made by the DfE in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, and as part of our due diligence checks, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Hammersmith Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 950 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Hammersmith Academy website
Hammersmith Academy (“the Academy”) (www.hammersmithacademy.org) is a state-of-the-art, non-denominational, all-ability, co-educational secondary school for 11-18-year-olds. Sponsored by City of London Livery Companies; the Mercers’ Company and the Information Technologists’ Company, the Academy opened in September 2011 and has now grown to approximately 950 students on roll. The Academy is oversubscribed and continues to be highly successful.
The Academy is a diverse and inclusive school reflective of multi-cultural London. The Academy serves a wide range of abilities raising aspirations and achievement with a pupil premium population of over 45%. Further, over 85% of our students go on to university to achieve their dreams.
HA Vision
• To develop highly qualified, aspirational young adults who make outstanding progress and as active citizens take a lead within the community and are committed to giving 100% in everything they do.
HA Values
• We inspire pride and confidence in our students to achieve their full potential. Everyone in the Academy is responsible for modelling a positive and professional attitude at all times.
• We create a stimulating and enriching learning environment where high expectations and challenge prepare students for a global society.
• We succeed by developing a growth mind-set through the skills of resilience, resourcefulness, reflectiveness and reciprocity.
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