Head of Department - Mathematics (Mulberry Academy Hastings)

Head of Department - Mathematics (Mulberry Academy Hastings)

Hastings, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Info

• Job Identification 3234
• Job Category Education
• Posting Date 04/30/2026, 11:00 PM
• Apply Before 05/14/2026, 11:00 AM
• Locations Hastings, East Sussex, United Kingdom
• Enable Applications No
• Working Hours 32.5
• Salary From 61,534
• Salary To 73,105
• Working Pattern Full Time
• Contract Type Permanent Contract
• Number of Openings 1

Job Description

Hours of work: 37

Working pattern: Full-time

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Mulberry Academy Hastings
Rye Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN35 5DN

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school must ensure that it is not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self declaration form as part of the pre employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified, the offer will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

We are looking to appoint a motivated and experienced Head of Department for Mathematics to join our dynamic and forward thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Mathematics specialist with strong subject and curriculum knowledge to lead and develop the department, inspire students, and make a significant impact within a supportive and ambitious school. For a suitably experienced candidate, this role may include leadership team responsibilities or offer the potential for leadership progression.

You will lead a highly collaborative Mathematics department committed to delivering engaging, high quality teaching and ensuring all students develop secure and confident mathematical understanding. Mathematics is a well established and valued subject at the school, with a team focused on curriculum development and the continuous improvement of teaching practice.

The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the leadership of Mathematics, including the strategic planning and delivery of high quality teaching, oversight of assessment and progress tracking, and accountability for student outcomes across the department. Working closely with colleagues and senior leaders, you will lead the ongoing development and review of the Mathematics curriculum, fostering a culture of curiosity, consistency and high expectations in teaching and learning.

We are seeking a Head of Department who can engage learners of all abilities, set a clear strategic direction for Mathematics, and inspire both students and staff through enthusiastic and effective leadership. The role includes contributing to the wider life of the school through the leadership of enrichment and whole school initiatives.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and will demonstrate a clear commitment to high quality teaching and learning. You will be joining a school with a strong culture of collaboration, coaching, and professional development, where staff are supported to develop their practice to the highest level.

Professional development is central to our culture. All teaching staff benefit from weekly professional development, and each year we dedicate a two week professional development programme in October. During this time teachers deepen their practice and collaborate on improving teaching and learning, while colleagues in support roles have structured time designed specifically for their own professional development.

We also build coaching into teachers' timetables, ensuring every teacher benefits from regular professional dialogue, reflection and support to continually develop their practice.

As part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, staff benefit from Trust wide expertise, strong collaboration, and opportunities to grow professionally. The East London Teaching School Hub further enhances this offer, delivering nationally recognised programmes and enabling staff to engage in and contribute to training across all career stages.

Offering flexible working

We recognise the importance of balancing work and home life. We consider flexible and family friendly working opportunities wherever possible, including part time, term time and job share arrangements. At Mulberry Academy Hastings we also design timetables to support staff wellbeing. All teachers receive a weekly PPA sessions scheduled as an afternoon, which can be worked remotely if teachers wish, supporting a healthy work life balance.

Supporting your health and wellbeing

Balancing everyday life with the requirements of work can create pressures for all of us. Work is a significant part of our lives and we are committed to creating a healthy and supportive working environment.

All employees have free access to a 24 hour confidential counselling and wellbeing service, designed to support staff with a range of personal and professional challenges.

Recognising that the autumn term is the longest and most demanding, we restructured our calendar to better support staff wellbeing with a two week break in October.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.