Course Director KS5 Mathematics

Course Director KS5 Mathematics

Contract type: Permanent; Start date is 01 January 2027

Scale: MPS / UPS with TLR 2a plus a £5,000 recruitment allowance, payable for the first two years of appointment

This is a great opportunity to come and work in our very highly rated secondary school in central Manchester. The role will lead and develop the KS5 Mathematics curriculum, supporting student achievement through effective teaching, assessment and intervention, managing KS5 staff performance, promoting enrichment opportunities and assisting the Head of Department in maintaining high standards across the Mathematics Department. Visits to the school are very much encouraged - please contact Helen Redford, HR Manager, directly to organise your visit - 0161 212 1900. Or we can arrange a phone call with the Head of Mathematics, if that's preferred - please get in touch with Helen to organise.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• The opportunity to join our very successful and over-subscribed school of 1500 students aged 11-18, supported by a hugely talented and hardworking staff team;
• A very successful and over-subscribed school with keen, committed students who are positive and active;
• Excellent professional development and guidance - we welcome applications from ECTs;
• Opportunities to work closely with the senior leadership team on strategic whole school developments, including teaching and learning and pupil premium initiatives;
• Employer-funded membership of HSF Health Plan Core Scheme, helping you and your family (dependants under 21) to cover the costs of everyday healthcare, plus access to HSF Assist which includes a GP Advice Line, Virtual Doctor, Counselling, Legal Helpline and Perkbox benefits;
• Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme, with excellent employer contributions;
• Staff Wellbeing Fund for initiatives, activities and social events that support staff mental and physical health, plus wellbeing benefits such as Cycle to Work and free use of the Fitness Suite;
• Excellent facilities in new and refurbished buildings, supported by the latest resources to support learning, plus free on-site parking, canteen facilities, and staff room;
• We are a socially inclusive and equal opportunities school and committed to and actively promote equal opportunities for all our students and staff.

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant fields;
• An experienced, industrious and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and has a passion for Mathematics;
• Knowledge and experience of teaching current national curriculum and able to lead KS5 Mathematics across different ability and age range;
• A proven track record as an excellent classroom practitioner, plan and teach lessons that provide a rich, enjoyable and challenging learning experience for students and to assess their progress;
• The talent, interpersonal skills and range of teaching & classroom behaviour management skills necessary to contribute to the success of the staff team;
• A desire to build productive professional relationships;
• The enthusiasm to develop this subject and the vision to extend the work already undertaken, which matching the National Curriculum;
• Commitment to the School’s Health & Safety Policy, Safeguarding and Welfare of all students, and willingness to undertake departmental induction programme;
• Supportive of the school's excellent staff attendance and punctuality record, which in turn supports student attainment;
• A values-driven practitioner who is supportive of the Christian ethos of our school.

CVs will not be considered - please complete the MyNewTerm online form. For more information about our school please visit our school website: www.trinityhigh.com. The closing date for applications is 09:00 14 October 2026, and shortlisting on Thursday 15 October. Interviews are currently scheduled for Thursday 22 October 2026, interview invitations will be sent via My New Term's applicant tracking system to shortlisted candidates.

Trinity CE High School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The school operates a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.