Second in Mathematics

Overview

Required for: September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, positive, highly motivated and inspirational teacher to join our successful Mathematics Department as Second in Mathematics. The post will provide the ideal preparation for a suitable candidate who wishes to be a Head of Department in the future. We are passionate about delivering a high quality and engaging Mathematics curriculum and aspire to be a beacon for practice in Mathematics education. This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated, hardworking and forward-thinking department where you will be supported to develop your practice. The Derby High School has formed strong links with the North West 1 Maths Hub and is the base for much of their CPD offer in Bury.

The Derby High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester with a range of good transportation links from Lancashire and Yorkshire. Year-on-year, our students make exceptional progress and we are the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8. Alongside this, our most recent validated Mathematics results showed positive progress for all pupils including disadvantaged students. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent full inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School, are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.

We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with:

A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
A school that has high expectations of all who work here
A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
A supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
A school that works effectively with all stakeholders
A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
Collaboration within the department and with other schools and organisations to share and develop practice in Mathematics teaching and learning
Research on local and national Mathematics projects

We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.

Salary & Benefits

Teacher Salary plus TLR 2b

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form and provide a letter of application and email to:

Mrs S Sligram-Clynes, Personal Assistant to the Headteacher, at headteacherspa@thederbyhighschool.co.uk

The Derby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Any applicants will be subject to full employment checks, including DBS checks.

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 12^th March 2026 - 9am