Post Reference: 2587
Academy: Leeds City Academy
Job Title: Assistant Director of Maths
Grade: MPS/UPS (£31,650 to £49,084) plus TLR 2A (£3,391)
Hours: Full Time
Accountable to: Director of Maths
This is an extremely exciting time to be joining Leeds City Academy, one of the most rapidly improving schools within the Leeds area and county of West Yorkshire. We are an 11-16 academy and one of four schools within White Rose Academies Trust, a trust recognised nationally for its ground-breaking and transformational impact on the lives of the young people it serves. The academy had a Section 5 Inspection in May 2019 achieving an overall Good judgement with Leadership and Management judged as Outstanding.
Our highly motivated and talented students are at the very centre of everything we do and the shared mission of all our stakeholders is to work ‘In Partnership’ in securing the aspirations and ambitions of every one of our young people. Our academy is a unique and truly inspirational place to work, enhanced by our wonderful students who come from a diverse range of cultures, heritage and experiences; a significant proportion of students speak English as an additional language.
Please apply if you wish to work for a Multi Academy Trust which values and supports the next move in your career.
Role:
This exciting role provides the opportunity for a committed and ambitious teacher to develop their practice, knowledge, and skills through working within a strong and committed team of highly skilled teachers, lead practitioners and leaders.
The successful candidate will contribute to leading the development of Maths in the curriculum at Leeds City Academy.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the academic success and personal development of all students within the Maths curriculum, both in lessons and through extracurricular provision, ensuring a smooth learning journey from 11-16 and beyond.
• Lead and collaborate in the design, development and implementation of an exceptional forward-thinking, and dynamic Maths curriculum that engages students and promotes a love for the subject.
• Cultivate and embed versatile skills, critical thinking, and a growth mindset I both students and staff, preparing them to thrive in a fast-evolving world and fostering a lifeline love of learning.
• Support the professional development of the Maths team, ensuring access to high quality training, mentoring and resources that enhance teaching effectiveness and inspire continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the Director of Maths to set strategic goals for the Maths department, ensuring alignment with school wide priorities and the successful implementation of the department’s visions.
• Collaborate with other departments and senior leadership to ensure cross-curricular opportunities for students, promoting an integrated approach to learning.
• Utilise student performance data to inform teaching strategies, interventions, and departmental planning, ensuring that all students achieve their potential.
• Ensure that the Maths curriculum and teaching strategies are inclusive, offering appropriate challenges and support for all students, including those with diverse leading needs.
White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.
The trust employs over 500 outstanding professionals who are committed to unlocking the potential of the next generation. Our CPD Programme is focused on innovation, leadership development and delivery of excellence for vulnerable groups. Our Beginner Teacher Programme is amongst the best in the region. We are on a significant journey which will see all of our schools Ofsted rated as World Class within five years.
Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025, at 9am
Shortlisting: Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Interview Date: Friday 25th April 2025
Start Date: 1st September 2025, upon successful competition of pre-employment checks.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.
Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
