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Head of DepartmentMathematics

Lead Practitioner for Mathematics

Harris Academy Clapham · London · Lambeth

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional and enthusiastic Lead Practitioner of Mathematics with strong subject knowledge, a passion for outstanding teaching and learning, and a commitment to securing excellent outcomes for all students.

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, be able to show evidence of ongoing professional development
  • Demonstrate outstanding teaching practice and excellent behaviour management
  • Have experience of lesson observations and giving robust feedback
  • Have experience of improvement planning and of implementing a range of strategies to raise student achievement, with evidence of success
  • Be able to contribute to improving on the quality of learning and teaching and curriculum
  • Have a proven track record of excellent results at KS3 and 4, and, ideally, experience of teaching to KS5
  • Have experience of high quality pupil tracking and feedback practices
  • Ideally, have experience of working with governors and of working in more than one school


Benefits

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

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About this school

Harris Academy Clapham

Free schools · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Good
Pupils
891
Avg teacher salary
£54,447
Pupil:teacher ratio
20.3:1
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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London, Lambeth, SW4 8LD

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Salary
£64,505 - £70,289
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 October 2026
Closing date
2 November 2026

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