Head of Maths
The Cotswold School
Bourton on the Water, Cheltenham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership Scale L6-10
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/09/2018
- Apply by:
- 31 January 2018
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly talented and experienced teacher, who wishes to make a real impact in this “truly exceptional school” where “behaviour is outstanding” (Ofsted).
From September 2018, we are seeking to appoint a dynamic, committed and enthusiastic Head of Maths department. The ideal candidate will be accountable for the leadership and management of the department and be an outstanding role model and classroom practitioner.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- A highly motivated and ambitious teacher with the ability to lead, manage and develop the department
- An aspiring leader able to show exceptional achievement across Key Stages 3, 4 & 5
- An outstanding team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, motivate and inspire highly talented colleagues
- An enthusiastic teacher able to inspire, stretch and challenge pupils mathematical skills at every level
WE CAN OFFER YOU:
- The opportunity to join a very successful Maths department of committed and highly qualified teachers securing results above the national average
- Enthusiastic, hard working and responsive students
- Excellent professional development and guidance at all stages of your career
- Employee benefits including the Kiddivoucher scheme, Cycle to Work scheme etc
The Cotswold School based in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, is an outstanding, caring secondary comprehensive school. The School is a highly popular, happy and successful 11 -18 Academy school set in beautiful, rural surroundings between Cheltenham and Oxford. At the School is an incredible group of staff who do go that extra mile to provide our pupils with an out-standing education. Our values of friendship and knowledge underpin all our activities across a broad spectrum of subjects and extra-curriculum offerings.
- The Cotswold School has earned a superb reputation, locally and nationally, consistently appearing among the top state schools at both GCSE and A Level for many years
- In September 2016, The Cotswold School was awarded ‘The Sunday Times
- Comprehensive School of the Year’ – an award based on A*/A grades at GCSE and A*-B grades at A-Level
- The Cotswold School has, for the fourth consecutive time, received Outstanding Ofsted across all categories
An application form and details on how to apply can be downloaded from the School’s https:// cotswold.gloucs.sch.uk/recruitment/ and emailed to Mrs H Price at personnel@thecotswoldschool.co.uk or posted to the address below. CV’s not accepted. The Cotswold School, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire GL54 2BD, Tel: 01451 820554
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About The Cotswold School
- The Cotswold School
- The Avenue, Bourton-on-the-water, Cheltenham
- Gloucestershire
- GL54 2BD
- United Kingdom
The Cotswold School is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive academy located in Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire. It is an Ofsted-rated “Outstanding” school, recognised for delivering exceptional academic outcomes alongside a rich and inclusive student experience.
The school’s ethos is built around its core values of Friendship and Knowledge, which underpin a caring, ambitious and supportive community. Its mission is to enable academic excellence and provide opportunities for all students within a safe and positive environment.
The Cotswold School offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to challenge and inspire learners of all abilities. Teaching is consistently strong, with a focus on high expectations, excellent progress, and preparing students for success beyond school. Students achieve highly at GCSE and A level, with many progressing to competitive universities and high-quality career pathways.
Alongside academic excellence, the school places significant emphasis on personal development. Students are encouraged to take part in a wide range of enrichment opportunities including sport, music, drama, clubs, leadership activities, and community engagement. This ensures pupils develop confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of responsibility.
The school has invested significantly in its facilities in recent years, including modern teaching spaces, a Sixth Form centre, enhanced science laboratories, and specialist learning environments that support high-quality teaching and learning across all subjects.
At its heart, The Cotswold School aims to create a safe, happy and aspirational environment where students feel supported to thrive both academically and personally, reflecting its commitment to excellence in all aspects of school life
- “Pupils show highly positive attitudes towards their studies.” Ofsted, 2025
- “Their depth of understanding leads to exceptionally high-quality work, particularly in the sixth form.” Ofsted, 2025
- “Pupils are proud of their work and rightly so.” Ofsted, 2025
- “Pupils read regularly and enjoy sharing stories that cover a diverse range of themes.” Ofsted, 2025
- “Pupils who need additional help… benefit from bespoke and highly effective support.” Ofsted, 2025
- “These pupils achieve well because of the high level of expertise staff provide.” Ofsted, 2025
- “The school accurately identifies any special educational needs and/or disabilities that pupils may have.” Ofsted, 2025
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