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Director of Learning (Head of Math's Department)
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 220 - 280 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Great Barr
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Director of Learning (Head of Maths Department)
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £220 - £280 per day
Contract: Full-Time - Temporary to Permanent
GSL Education is seeking an experienced and inspirational Director of Learning of Maths to join a dynamic secondary school in Birmingham from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for a middle or senior leader with a proven track record of raising achievement and leading curriculum development.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the Maths department, driving high standards in teaching, learning, and student outcomes
Develop and implement a clear vision and development plan aligned with whole-school priorities
Support, coach, and develop departmental staff through mentoring, INSET, and performance management
Oversee curriculum design, schemes of work, assessment, and tracking systems
Use performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement effective interventions
Coordinate enrichment and intervention programmes to support student progress
Foster strong partnerships with parents and the wider community
Promote and model the school’s ethos and values, including discipline, ambition, teamwork, and respect
Person Specification:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Successful experience of delivering outstanding teaching and learning
Proven leadership experience within a secondary school department or faculty
Ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve high performance
Strong understanding of curriculum planning, assessment, and use of data
Committed to inclusion, safeguarding, and student wellbeing
Strong organisational, communication, and strategic planning skills
This role is ideal for a passionate leader ready to make a meaningful impact at a strategic level. You'll be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven school community supported by GSL Education.
Application Process:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be required to undergo thorough background checks, including a DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
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