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Head of YearMaths

KS5 Lead for Maths

Harris Academy Purley · South Croydon · Croydon

Job description

We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher, who is able to teach Further Maths, to join Harris Academy Purley as Key Stage 5 Lead for Mathematics.

Joining our Director of Learning, you will be responsible for student progress and development in the subject area across Key Stage 5 including meeting student achievement targets for the key stage.

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree.

  • Have successful teaching experience at secondary level, ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and/or in an 11-18 school.
  • Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning.
  • Have of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, particularly in the relevant key stage.
  • Understand the importance of having high expectations for all students, both of behaviour and academic achievement. Understand inclusive provision and practices which offer equality of access to the curriculum for all students, including SEN, EAL and high achievers.

  • Have knowledge and experience of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students work.
  • Understand the importance of being a Tutor.


Benefits

Annual Loyalty Bonus + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan + Additional Harris Benefits

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About this school

Harris Academy Purley

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Good
Pupils
1,022
Avg teacher salary
£52,681
Pupil:teacher ratio
34.2:1
Academy trust
HARRIS FEDERATION

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

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Ofsted rating key

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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

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South Croydon, Croydon, CR2 6DT

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Salary
£39,370-£51,974 + TLR
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
13 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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