Head of Maths

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!Position: Head of MathsWant to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.Location: Norton College, Worcester, WR5 2BASalary: Up to 48,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)Hours: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to FridayContract: Permanent | Term Time onlyStart: February 2026UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.Norton College is seeking an experienced, driven, and inspirational Head of Maths to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate leader who believes in the power of education to transform lives and wants to make a lasting difference for young people with complex needs.At Norton College, ambition is for everyone. You will champion our core values while shaping a Maths curriculum that is creative, accessible, and relevant, enabling pupils to build confidence, independence, and real-world skills.About the RoleAs Head of Maths, you will lead the strategic vision for Maths across Key Stage 4, driving excellence in teaching, learning, and outcomes. You will model outstanding practice, inspire your team, and ensure that Maths is delivered in a way that meets individual needs while maintaining high expectations.Working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in whole-school improvementempowering colleagues, strengthening provision, and ensuring every pupil receives a meaningful and ambitious Maths education.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, develop, and quality-assure the KS4 Maths curriculum, ensuring it is ambitious, coherent, and tailored to SEN learnersPlan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality lessons for individuals and small groups, aligned with national expectations and EHCP targetsCoordinate teaching, assessment, and tracking across key stages, using data and benchmarks to drive improvementLead, coach, and develop Maths teachers, LSAs, and support staff while promoting high standards of teaching, learning, and professional conductModel creative, practical, and multi-sensory approaches to Maths learningLead subject-specific training and contribute to whole-school CPDSupport the welfare and holistic development of KS4 pupils, ensuring EHCP outcomes are met and attending EHCP reviews and multi-agency meetingsMaintain accurate records, safeguarding compliance, and contribute to a safe, positive, and well-organised learning environmentOversee resources, planning, and curriculum documentation for the Maths departmentContribute to whole-school supervision duties, briefings, and debriefsExperience & Qualifications RequiredEssentialDegree-level qualificationQualified Teacher Status (QTS)Proven experience teaching within an education settingStrong understanding of SEN practice, legislation, and frameworksKnowledge of national curriculum requirements in MathsDesirableExperience teaching learners with complex needs, SEMH, or neurodiversityExperience leading a subject or contributing to curriculum developmentAbout usNorton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury.Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UKs leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.Why join Acorn Education?We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. xjdpvnf Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. 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Created: 2026-01-17