Maths Teacher / Head of Mathematics

Maths Teacher / Head of Mathematics

Location: Cannock Area
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR available for suitable candidates
Start Date: September 2026

Role Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Ideal Candidate

• 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.

What We Offer

• Permanent opportunity within a supportive secondary school.
• Leadership opportunities available for suitable candidates.
• Strong CPD and career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and well-resourced Maths department.
• Competitive salary and TLR responsibility where applicable.

To Be Eligible for This Role Through Teaching Personnel, You Must:

• Hold the right to work in the UK.
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.