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Leeds, West Yorkshire

Lead Practitioner of Mathematics – Secondary School in Leeds (January Start)

An academically focused secondary school in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Mathematics to drive mastery pedagogy, pure mathematical rigor, and Sixth Form uptake starting in January.

Job Overview

This role combines expert classroom delivery across Key Stage 4 (GCSE Higher Tier) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics) with strategic leadership in whole-school mathematical pedagogy.

Working directly alongside the Head of Mathematics and senior leadership, you will model evidence-based teaching strategies (mastery sequencing, cognitive load management), lead peer lesson coaching, coach non-specialists, and prepare gifted Sixth Form pupils for university entrance assessments (STEP, MAT, and TMUA). This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Teach advanced Mathematics lessons across Key Stage 4 (GCSE Higher) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Maths & Further Maths)

  • Lead departmental coaching, peer lesson observations, and staff CPD on pure mathematics and proof

  • Audit Key Stage 3 and 4 schemes of work to embed algebraic fluency and multi-step geometric problem solving

  • Analyze departmental assessment data to implement targeted revision programs and mock exam clinics

  • Prepare Sixth Form pupils for national UKMT challenges and Oxbridge/STEM university admissions assessments

  • Mentor early-career math teachers to build confidence across A-Level mechanics and statistics modules

Role Overview & Specifications

  • Start Date: January

  • Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract

  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

  • Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1–LP5 equivalent)

  • Key Curriculum: Edexcel / AQA Mathematics & Further Mathematics

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Engineering

  • Demonstrated history of delivering top-tier GCSE and A-Level/Further Maths examination results

  • Prior experience in peer coaching, curriculum innovation, or key stage subject leadership

  • Deep subject expertise across pure mathematics, calculus, and advanced problem-solving methods

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner of Mathematics position in Leeds for a January start.

Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Lead Practitioner of Mathematics – Secondary School in Leeds (January Start)

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