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Deputy Director of Learning - Maths

Job title: Deputy Director of Learning - Maths
Contract type: Permanent
Location: West Midlands
Industry: Secondary
Salary: Negotiable
Reference: 0000307700_1749026388
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Josh.Brown@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

Deputy Director of Learning - Maths
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Leadership Scale (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time

Aspire People is proud to be representing a highly successful and values-led secondary school in Birmingham as they seek to appoint a passionate and driven Deputy Director of Learning for Maths. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and aspirational Maths practitioner who is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey within a high-performing department.

About the Role:

As Deputy Director of Learning, you will play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the Maths department, supporting the Director of Learning to raise attainment, enrich curriculum delivery, and champion outstanding teaching and learning practices. This is a key leadership position that combines curriculum innovation, staff development, and student progress, set within a school environment that values discipline, care, and mutual respect.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist in developing and implementing departmental strategy and curriculum planning across KS3 & KS4
* Drive high standards of teaching and learning, with a focus on outstanding classroom practice
* Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and delivering professional learning
* Use data insightfully to identify interventions and raise academic performance
* Lead assessment and examination planning, ensuring robust progress tracking
* Inspire a love for Mathematics and promote enrichment beyond the classroom

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

* A degree in Mathematics (or related subject) and Qualified Teacher Status
* A strong track record of delivering outstanding Maths lessons and securing excellent pupil outcomes
* Experience of leading or contributing to departmental improvement and innovation
* The ability to inspire, coach and lead others to achieve shared goals
* A commitment to inclusive education and a belief in the transformative power of learning
* A proactive and resilient leadership style, aligned with high professional standards

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a school where leadership is both valued and supported, and where pupils thrive within a nurturing yet aspirational culture. If you're ready to play a central role in shaping the future of Maths education and making a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

To Apply:

Submit your CV. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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