Head of Mathematics

TMET Board of Trustees; Kibworth Beauchamp; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust is seeking a passionate Head of Mathematics for Kibworth Mead Academy, located in Kibworth Beauchamp, Leicestershire. The ideal candidate will provide leadership for the Mathematics department, focus on enhancing the quality of teaching and ensuring that students achieve significant progress. The role promotes a supportive and dynamic environment for both students and staff. Interested candidates should apply by 23rd February 2026.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Inspirational leader with a strong vision for Mathematics.
• Experience in managing diverse teams effectively.
• Ability to create a dynamic and innovative culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mathematics department and enhance teaching quality.
• Ensure high student attainment and progress at all key stages.
• Foster a supportive environment for staff to thrive.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Teaching

Department Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

* Head of MathematicsNEWFast Apply# Head of MathematicsEmployerLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: MPS/UPS plus TLR2C- £8279Posted: 30th January 2026Start Date: 24th August 2026Expires: 23rd February 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 24th August 2026Job ID: 1532213Start Date: 24th August 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1532213* Share :**Head of Mathematics****Details**Salary & Hours:MPS/UPSTLR2C- £8279Kibworth Mead Academy, located in the pretty Leicestershire village of Kibworth Beauchamp, is one of six secondary schools in The Mead Educational Trust (TMET) and since joining TMET real improvements have been seen in our school, something reflected in our recent Good Ofsted inspection.TMET is a growing partnership of primary and secondary schools situated in the East Midlands, which provides its schools access to high quality professional development and outstanding educational networks, such as Rushey Mead and Castle Mead Academies.Our aim at Kibworth Mead is that all students receive the opportunities to be successful, confident and responsible young people equipped with academic qualifications as well as the personal and social skills to enable them to make a positive difference to their community and the wider world. To achieve this we have three core values which underpin all aspects of our school :1. Work Hard – We promote resilience, positivity, and determination so our students learn that success needs hard work, effort and they develop the strength to persevere.2. Be Kind– We aim to develop respectful, tolerant students who are kind to everyone.3. Be Proud – We aim to develop a sense of pride in our students. A pride in their achievements, conduct and most importantly themselves.As well as developing these values in our students, we aim to provide an environment whereby all our staff can flourish by supporting both their professional development and well-being, something highlighted in our recent inspection when inspectors commented “ Staff are proud and motivated to work at this school and feel that their well-being and workload are well considered”**The Role**We are seeking to appoint an inspirational full-time Head of Mathematics. This is an excellent opportunity to join our Trust, our school and our passionate and supportive team. Our Head of Maths will provide leadership for the department, developing the quality of teaching and ensuring high quality learning takes places and that attainment and progress is secured at all key stages. The Head of Maths will also be responsible for creating a happy, dynamic, innovative culture in the department and ensuring all staff are performing to a high standard and are happy and motivated in doing so.**Apply****Closing Date: Monday 23rd February at 9.00am****We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:This post will involve contact with vulnerable groups (children, young people and/or adults) and is therefore, exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure check. This exemption means that shortlisted applicants for this post will be required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and bind- overs both spent and unspent in their application, before interview and regardless of the passage of time.### Kibworth Mead Academy