Location: Cannock Area
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR available for suitable candidates
Start Date: September 2026
Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a successful secondary school in the Cannock area to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Maths Teacher or Head of Mathematics.
This opportunity would suit either an excellent classroom practitioner looking to join a supportive and high-performing department or an experienced leader seeking their next challenge as Head of Department.
The school has a strong focus on academic achievement, staff development, and delivering a high-quality educational experience for all students. The Maths department is well-established, collaborative, and committed to achieving excellent outcomes across all key stages.
- Plan and deliver engaging Mathematics lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable).
- Inspire and challenge students to achieve their full potential.
- Monitor student progress and use assessment effectively to inform teaching.
- Contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement.
- Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Support the wider life of the school through enrichment and extracurricular opportunities.
For Head of Mathematics applicants, additional responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing the Maths department.
- Driving standards of teaching, learning, and achievement across the department.
- Supporting, coaching, and developing colleagues.
- Using data strategically to improve outcomes.
- Contributing to whole-school leadership and improvement priorities.
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Strong subject knowledge and a passion for Mathematics.
- Experience teaching Maths within a secondary school setting.
- High expectations of achievement, behaviour, and attendance.
For leadership applicants:
- Previous middle leadership experience or evidence of readiness for a leadership role.
- Ability to motivate, inspire, and develop others.
- Experience of curriculum planning and driving departmental improvement.
