Second in Maths

Governors of Bishop Perowne are seeking to appoint an exceptional, enthusiastic and inspirational Second in charge for our Mathematics department. The successful candidate must have a passion for learning and the talent and determination to ensure all students receive first class teaching.

As the Second in Department, you will help lead on all aspects of Mathematics teaching, promoting interest in the Subject across the full age range of the school. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking to further their career and we actively encourage applications from teachers looking to take on their first responsibility, as well as from experienced colleagues. There will be a comprehensive middle leadership training programme available for the successful candidate.

You will have:

· The ability to help lead a team of outstanding teachers

· Experience of teaching Mathematics across Key Stages 3 and 4

· The passion and skills within Mathematics to bring the best out of our aspirational students

· A commitment to continuous professional development (CPD), creative and engaging skills with the ability to enthuse and challenge student.

We will expect you to support in the management and development of a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum for the subject area. There is the opportunity to make a big impact on standards of student attainment and achievement through your fresh ideas, motivational skills and keen focus on improvement.

We hope you feel excited by the prospect of joining the team at Bishop Perowne; our journey of school improvement is well-established. Our staff team is skilled, happy and welcoming and hugely dedicated to improving the experience and life chances of the students we serve. Read about our story here http://www.bishopperowne.co.uk/ and here https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/23/138107. We offer strong induction, mentoring and support for all new staff/ECTs and are committed to developing colleagues both professionally and personally.

We would encourage you to come and meet your prospective colleagues before applying. However, if a visit is not possible, please visit our website for a flavour of the school. You are able to download an application form and recruitment pack from the website or obtain copies from Mrs K J Wigley, the Headteacher’s P.A./HR at the school. Applications must be made via an Application Form available from the College with a covering letter.

Closing Date for Applications: 9.00am on Tuesday 12th May 2026

Date for Interviews: Monday 18th May 2026

Bishop Perowne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): Childcare Disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Medical Online and Social Media Prohibition from Teaching Right to Work Satisfactory References Suitability to Work with Children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

At Bishop Perowne, we do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit but humbly count others more significant than ourselves. (Philippians 2:3)