Subject Leader – Mathematics
Langley Grammar School, Langley, Berkshire, SL3 7QS19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
24 February 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
29 January 2025
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
- Main scale (London Fringe)
Additional allowances
TLR 1d (£15,188)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational Subject Leader for Mathematics who can lead an experienced and committed subject team in a strong academic environment, where mathematics is highly valued. The vacancy has arisen following the retirement of the previous post holder.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and skilled classroom practitioner with a track record of innovation and securing excellent outcomes.We welcome applicants from current heads of department, looking for a fresh challenge or colleagues with some experience of curriculum leadership, for example as a second in department who are looking for the next step in their career. The successful applicant will teach mathematics to all key stages. A significant number of students study mathematics in the Sixth Form and a strong academic background and the ability to teach A-Level Further Mathematics is essential. Langley Grammar School has an excellent record for student outcomes in mathematics and the subject is a very popular subject amongst our students. We can offer an exceptional working environment where staff, as well as students, thrive.
What the school offers its staff
Langley Grammar School is a co-educational 11-18 selective school with academy status, located within easy reach of Langley station and the M4. We have approximately 1280 students, over 370 of whom are in the Sixth Form. The school is heavily over-subscribed and draws students from a wide geographical area and range of backgrounds. Alongside promoting excellent academic outcomes, our school ethos supports students to become confident and well-rounded, independent and creative, responsible and caring. Our students are capable, hardworking, and a delight to teach. We are a National Teaching School with a record of nationally recognised innovative practice and an Apple Distinguished School in recognition of our leading-edge use of technology for learning. In recent years major building programmes have included the construction of excellent sports facilities, a distinctive Sixth Form Centre and new classrooms, workshops, laboratories, ICT suites, and communal areas. The school was last inspected in 2021 by Ofsted and was graded outstanding in all categories.
Further details about the role
Information packs and application forms are available on request from the school or can be downloaded from the staff vacancies page of our school website at https://www.lgs.slough.sch.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers, and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Applications should be returned by midday on Monday 24 February 2025 to Mrs. De Cheyne, Head’s PA at vacancies@lgs.slough.sch.uk. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter. We reserve the right to interview promising candidates before the closing date.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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About Langley Grammar School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1284 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Langley Grammar School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- vacancies@lgs.slough.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01753598300
We are an innovative and forward-thinking 11-18 state funded selective school in east Berkshire. As a school we are committed to developing our students into well-rounded, confident and successful young men and women. Our students have excellent attitudes to learning and consistently achieve outstanding examination outcomes.
We have a dedicated and well-qualified body of staff who are innovative, enthusiastic and committed to our school ethos. We welcome applications from teachers who are excellent practitioners and who can contribute more widely to our programme for students' personal development.
Arranging a visit to Langley Grammar School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@lgs.slough.sch.uk.
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