Skip to main content
Head of DepartmentMaths

Deputy Director of Maths

The Gainsborough Academy · Gainsborough · Lincolnshire

Job description

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity for an aspiring senior leader to make a Trust-wide impact while maintaining a connection to the classroom. Working under the direction of the Subject Director, you will support the strategic delivery of curriculum and raise standards in teaching and learning. You will act as a key leader, taking direct responsibility for Maths in one or two specific schools whilst contributing to the wider Trust strategy. This role combines subject leadership, teacher coaching, curriculum development, and classroom teaching, offering the perfect platform for career progression.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Work closely with the Subject Director to support strategic curriculum delivery and raise standards in teaching and learning across the Trust.
  • School Leadership: Provide direct subject leadership in designated schools, driving improvements and ensuring consistency in practice.
  • Staff Development: Support and develop other teachers through coaching, mentoring, and collaboration to deliver high-quality teaching.
  • Curriculum Design: Contribute to the design and implementation of an inclusive, ambitious Maths curriculum that meets the needs of all students.
  • Data & Intervention: Analyse performance data to identify barriers to learning, specifically focusing on raising standards and closing gaps for disadvantaged learners.
  • Inclusive Practice: Ensure inclusive and consistent practices are embedded across the Trust to benefit all students regardless of their starting point.
  • Collaboration: Work as part of a forward-thinking subject team, building strong relationships across school teams and phases.

Qualifications and Skills

The successful candidate must hold their Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Mathematics and have a strong track record of excellent teaching and improving pupil outcomes in Maths.

Benefits

TLR1B

Apply now

Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

The Gainsborough Academy

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Requires Improvement
Pupils
722
Avg teacher salary
£51,542
Pupil:teacher ratio
17.5:1
Academy trust
WICKERSLEY PARTNERSHIP TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

View full school profile

Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

Loading map…

Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1PB

Advertisement

More jobs in Lincolnshire

View all →
Pastoral & welfareSEND

The Priory Witham Academy · Lincoln

SEND Officer
PermanentPart time
Closes in 2 daysView & apply
Admin / HR

The Priory Witham Academy · Lincoln

Academy Administration Officer
PermanentFull timePPS 9 -10 £27,254 - £27,694 pro rata to £23,842 - £24,227 per annum
Closes in 2 daysView & apply
Site / Catering

The Priory City of Lincoln Academy · Lincoln

Catering Assistant
PermanentPart time
Closes in 2 daysView & apply
Admin / HR

Thomas Middlecott Academy · Boston

Academy Operations Manager
PermanentFull time£42,839 - £42,839 · · NJC32 £42,839
Closes in 2 daysView & apply
Teaching Assistant

The Pilgrim School · Boston

Apprentice Teaching Assistant
PermanentFull time£8 Hourly
Closes in 2 daysView & apply
TeacherEnglish

The Priory City of Lincoln Academy · Lincoln

Teacher of English
PermanentPart timeMPS / UPS
Closes in 2 daysView & apply

Advertisement

Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
2 September 2026
Closing date
18 September 2026

Not the one for you?

Keep looking — there are plenty more teaching jobs in England.

Browse all teaching jobs in England