Subject Leader: Maths (Key Stage 5)
Twynham School, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1JF17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2026
Closing date
20 October 2025 at 8am
Date listed
3 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
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 32.5 hours per week (part time considered)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £32,916 - £51,048
Additional allowances
TLR 2.1 of £3,527
What skills and experience we're looking for
Who we are looking for
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Have a good Honours degree (in a subject relevant to Maths)
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status and have completed your statutory induction
- Have undertaken continuing professional development relevant to the post
- Have a proven track record of raising achievement and securing high achievement of students
- Have successful experience of teaching Maths across Key Stage 3-4 in a state 11-16 or 11-18 school
- Have experience of leading staff (including leading performance management reviews with colleagues and supporting their professional development) and responsibility for outcomes of a cohort of students beyond own classroom
- Are a reflective practitioner with a history of expertise in classroom pedagogy and the ability to improve outcomes for students
- Have demonstrable experience of curriculum development and curriculum design improving outcomes and of sharing good practice with other curriculum teams or schools
- Are a high-energy and passionate individual with a clear moral purpose which is driven by a desire to improve the life chances of young people.
- Are an emotionally intelligent colleague who can adapt to a range of situations and communicate with various stakeholders including students, parents and other colleagues and professionals.
- Are a team player who is comfortable in both providing and responding to professional challenge
- Have an ability to inspire and relate well to the whole community.
- Are outgoing and enthusiastic with a positive “can-do” attitude, a solution-focused approach and a sense of humour
Essential:
- A good Honours degree (in a subject relevant to the position)
- Qualified Teacher Status and evidence of completion of statutory induction
- Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the post
- Proven track record of raising achievement and securing high achievement of students
- Successful experience of teaching the subject across Key Stage 3-4 in a state 11-16 or 11-18 school
- Experience of leading staff and responsibility for outcomes of a cohort of students beyond own classroom
Desirable:
- A higher degree or management qualification
- A record of excellence in leadership of large teams, including staff development which builds and sustains teachers’ practice
- Experience of dealing effectively with the under-performance of teachers
- Successful teaching experience at A-level
- Evidence of further leadership development
- Experience of working across a range of school environments
- Experience of involvement in successful Ofsted inspections
- Experience of leading school trips and a commitment to the encouraging extra-curricular activities
- Ability to travel independently between locations during the working day, as required
What the school offers its staff
About the Post
We are seeking an exceptional and inspirational teacher of mathematics to join our high-performing department, with additional responsibility as Subject Leader for Mathematics at Key Stage 5. This rare opportunity combines classroom excellence with strategic leadership of post-16 provision.
The role is based at Twynham School, within the Twynham School and The Grange School federation. Our collaborative approach allows us to share expertise and resources across both schools, ensuring we deliver the very best educational experience for the young people of Christchurch.
We are looking for a talented and committed teacher who will relish the opportunity to lead and deliver engaging, challenging, and thought-provoking mathematics lessons at Key Stage 5. You will be responsible for driving excellent progress across your classes and for cultivating a calm, purposeful learning environment where all students can thrive.
You will be confident in planning and delivering lessons that are responsive to the needs of all learners, and you will be passionate about supporting students’ academic and personal development. As Subject Leader for KS5, you will play a key role in shaping the curriculum, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring consistently high standards in teaching and outcomes.
You will work closely with colleagues across the federation to share best practice and contribute to the ongoing development of mathematics provision. This role is ideally suited to an experienced practitioner who is ambitious for their own development and eager to contribute to the wider life of the school and federation.
What our parents say about Twynham School
Parents consistently praise the care and support their children receive, noting that staff truly know their students and guide them through every stage of their educational journey. They value the high expectations we set for behaviour and academic success, all within a nurturing and respectful environment.
What our students say
Our students tell us they feel safe, supported, and challenged to be the best they can be. They speak enthusiastically about the wide range of extracurricular opportunities available and the strong relationships they build with staff.
What our staff say
Colleagues describe Twynham School as a place where they feel valued and part of a collaborative team. They appreciate the wealth of professional development opportunities and the culture of continuous improvement that supports career growth.
What we can offer you
Twynham TGS offers the chance to be part of an exciting educational journey, working with exceptional colleagues and wonderful young people and their families. You will benefit from a comprehensive CPD programme, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to work within Twynham Learning, a progressive multi-academy trust.
We are located in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast, and our staff enjoy free on-site parking, automatic membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Staff also benefit from trust-wide and national discounts on a wide variety of major brands, local services and retailers, and a welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day.
Further information about the job
Any questions?
To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown (Senior HR Administrator) on 01202 495716 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
How to apply
To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies
The closing date is Monday 20 October 2025 at 8am with interviews on Thursday 23 October. (We reserve the right to interview exceptional applicants prior to the closing date and therefore interested colleagues are encouraged to apply as soon as possible).
Commitment to safeguarding
We value diversity and inclusiveness. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities. We don't discriminate on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/nationality, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. We'll only consider people who can evidence their right to work in the UK. We're committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes to safeguard children. We undertake enhanced criminal records checks before appointment. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
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About Twynham School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1703 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Twynham School website
- Email address
- recruitment@twynhamlearning.com
- Phone number
- 01202486536
Twynham School is an exceptionally special place; a school which believes in the unlimited potential of every child, where people are valued above all and ultimately a place where every child can be successful. Our long-tradition of success is built on two vital pillars; high quality teaching and learning and, most importantly, the value we place on the very special relationships between students and staff.
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