Head of Mathematics

St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School

Rookery Avenue

Ashton-in-Makerfield

Wigan

WN4 9PF

Qualified Teacher Pay Scale M1 UPS3 + TLR 1B

Full Time

Required for September 2026

What is it like to attend this school?

Pupils are happy at St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School. They feel safe and well looked after. Pupils enjoy good relationships with each other and staff. They said that their teachers set high standards for pupils’ behaviour and achievement. Ofsted report November 2021

The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School are seeking to appoint an outstanding and dynamic Head of Mathematics
, with a proven track record of success at KS3 & KS4. Someone who has the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our young people through strong subject knowledge; someone who thrives on collaboration and teamwork; a committed professional with high levels of personal motivation and ambition.
In essence, someone who really wants to make a difference.

This is an excellent opportunity to undertake a key leadership role and shape a department of committed staff to excellence in all areas.

Applications are sought from experienced, talented classroom practitioners, who have a thorough understanding of the characteristics of high-quality teaching and effective learning.

The successful candidate will

• Be able to evidence successful planning and implementation of curriculum developments
• Be able to evidence intelligent leadership skills in order to build, inspire and develop an effective team
• Be highly passionate about the importance of cross‑curricular numeracy
• Be a committed professional with high levels of personal motivation and ambition
• Bring innovative ideas and vibrancy to the classroom

St Edmund Arrowsmith CHS is a forward‑looking and flourishing school, well regarded for the excellence of our academic achievement and the high level of motivation of pupils and staff. Visitors to our school never fail to comment on our respectful students, the positive team ethos amongst staff and the friendly welcome that they receive.

It really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special.

If you would like to learn more about either our school or this vacancy, please visit the school website  from where you can download the CES application forms. Alternatively, please contact Mrs P Lennon, Clerk to Governors via email PLe or by telephoning the school number on x2223. Completed application forms must be returned to:
Mr M J Dumican, Headteacher, St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Rookery Avenue, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9PF
or via email to : recruit

The employer is committed to safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its staff to share this commitment.

Closing date:
Monday 23 February (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Interview date:
To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below: