HEAD OF DEPARTMENT MATHEMATICS

UPS/Main Scale (Outer London Pay)

Full Time

TLR 1d (£15,690)

We have an exciting opportunity to apply for the role of Head of the Mathematics Department,  starting in September 2024. The ability to teach A Level Mathematics is essential.

The Heathland School is an 11-18 oversubscribed school with over 1850 students on roll and a large (500+) Sixth Form.

At the heart of our ethos is a ‘Commitment to Excellence.’ We have always set high standards for achievement in an environment where students demonstrate courtesy, self-discipline and respect for each other.

There is a strong culture of learning across the school, and we are looking to appoint a strong and highly motivated leader with excellent communication skills, as well as vision, imagination, resilience and a commitment to collaboration.

The Mathematics Department is a large, friendly, and vibrant department. In addition to preparing students to achieve their best at GCSE and A-Level, our aim is to instil a life-long love of learning Mathematics.

Mathematics is a very popular subject in our Sixth Form and we have a large numbers of students taking courses in A Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Level 3 Core Mathematics.

We are proud of our results and consistently achieve high academic progress for Mathematics, 2023 results include:

Mathematics Progress 8 Significantly above nationally and in 74^th percentile

Mathematics Attainment 8 Significantly above nationally and in 79^th percentile

We offer: 

• An exceptionally well-resourced department for all key stages
• Excellent IT facilities
• A dedicated admin assistant
• A supportive environment working with highly motivated staff 

We offer an excellent staff programme for professional development and opportunities for promotions. 

If you would like to visit the school. Please contact Mrs Rahana Tickner, Headmaster’s PA RTickner@heathland.hounslow.sch.uk or telephone on 020 8572 4411 to make an appointment.

Information about the school and how to apply is available on our website under  The Heathland School - Teaching Staff Vacancies

Please note references will be taken up in advance. The school is close to good transport links and has ample free parking for staff.   

Closing date: Thursday 9^th May 12:00pm  

We reserve the right to interview as suitable applications are received.