Maths & Business Head of Department

UPS and TLR

Head of Maths and Business Studies
Salary: UPS + TLR (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Full-time, Permanent | Start Date: September 2025 or January 2026 (negotiable)

Are you a passionate and experienced educator ready to lead and inspire the next generation of mathematicians and business leaders? Herne Bay High School is seeking an outstanding and visionary Head of Maths and Business Studies to help lead our high-performing team in delivering engaging, challenging, and forward-thinking education.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of two vital curriculum areas within a supportive and ambitious school community. You will lead a committed team of teachers along side the Head of Faculty, to drive high standards, and ensure every student reaches their full potential.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A dynamic and inspiring teacher of Mathematics and/or Business Studies with a proven track record of excellent classroom practice.
  • Experience of leading a team or the readiness to step into a leadership role with vision and confidence.
  • A passion for curriculum innovation and developing teaching and learning across departments.
  • A results-driven professional who is committed to student success, including outcomes at KS4 and KS5.
  • A collaborative leader who can support and challenge colleagues to improve practice.
  • A commitment to raising aspirations and achieving excellence for all students, regardless of background or ability.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Providing strategic and operational leadership for the Maths and Business Studies departments.
  • Leading curriculum development and driving high-quality teaching and learning.
  • Mentoring and developing staff, including performance management and professional development planning.
  • Monitoring pupil progress and implementing interventions to close gaps.
  • Contributing to whole-school initiatives and playing an active role in the extended leadership team.

What We Offer:

  • UPS salary plus TLR, commensurate with experience and responsibility.
  • A supportive and inclusive environment with a focus on staff wellbeing.
  • Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression pathways.
  • State-of-the-art facilities and resources to support teaching excellence.
  • A welcoming, ambitious school culture that fosters innovation and collaboration.

Please submit your application form to jemma.lowry@hernebayhigh.org.

Safeguarding Commitment

Herne Bay High is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you share our commitment to child welfare and education, we warmly welcome your application.

 

Documents

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Application Form Teaching J2 30th Sep 2024 Download
Safer Recruitment Policy 24-25 02nd Sep 2024 Download
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement 22nd Aug 2023 Download

Job Specification

Role
Head of Department
Subject
Mathematics
Type
Full Time
Closing Date
July 2025 - although we reserve the right to close earlier if needed
Start Date
September 2025 or January 2026
Job Reference
Maths & Business Head of Department
Location
CT6 7NS
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Any Questions?

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: Maths & Business Head of Department.

Jemma Lowry
01227361221

Job Specification

Role
Head of Department
Subject
Mathematics
Type
Full Time
Closing Date
July 2025 - although we reserve the right to close earlier if needed
Start Date
September 2025 or January 2026
Job Reference
Maths & Business Head of Department
Location
CT6 7NS
Get Directions

Any Questions?

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: Maths & Business Head of Department.

Jemma Lowry
01227361221