Second in Maths

Role: Second in Maths

Academy: Outwood Academy Kirkby

Start Date: January or Easter 2027
Salary (Actual Salary): Main pay range - Upper pay range + TLR (2.1)
Working Pattern: 32.5Hours Per Week, Full Time

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Second in Department to provide cohesive leadership and motivating direction within our faculty. In this pivotal role, you will support the Head of Department in driving innovative strategies to enhance the quality of learning, teaching, and student achievement. As a model of the Academy’s vision and values, you will be a key driver in our journey to becoming an 'outstanding' school, championing best practice and fostering a collective approach to problem-solving and curricular development.

Welcome from the Principal:

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Kirkby.

Situated near Nottingham and Mansfield, we are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child. As one of the newest academies in the Trust, we have already achieved significant progress: our outcomes are in the top 1% nationally for school transformations, with a progress score uplift of over 1.5 in just two years. We have also seen a 5.5% year-on-year rise in student attendance and are looking forward to moving into a brand-new state-of-the-art building.

Our incredible team is dedicated and passionate, motivated by the transformative power of education and a deep commitment to the community. We value collaboration, innovation, and a growth mindset to provide the best learning experience for every child.

As part of the Outwood Family, committed to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team if you share our passion for making a real difference.

I look forward to meeting you.

To view the Support Staff recruitment booklet, Click Here

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact [email protected]

About the Department:
Our Mathematics Department consists of five teachers, a one-to-one tutor and Numeracy higher level teaching assistant. The department is a combination of experienced staff and more recent entrants to the profession, and is given strategic direction by supportive and determined leaders. We have the benefit of support from the Trust's team of expert Maths School Strategic Improvement Partners who provide support, materials, advice, coaching and who model and team-teach in lessons alongside us to develop our expertise. The department with support from The Trust has created a rich and engaging curriculum which has deep roots in teaching for understanding. Our curriculum is differentiated by depth, ensuring all students build firm foundations, develop confidence and retain their learning.

Like all areas of the academy, the maths outcomes have demonstrated a rapid year on year upward trajectory and we’re proud of the achievements of our students, reflecting the quality of education they receive on a daily basis.

About our Academy

We are a 11-16 academy based in the market town of Kirkby-in-Ashfield, on the eastern edge of the Erewash Valley which separates Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. We became part of the Outwood Family of Schools in 2022 and received a report from Ofsted in May 2025 that recognised high quality education that we deliver and the opportunities that we offer to all of our students.

In November 2026 the Maths Department moved into brand new facilities. We are fortunate to have a purpose built temporary school building on our site whilst with the support of the DfE we build a brand new school scheduled to open in 2028. As part of the brand new building we will expand our numbers on roll and implement a post-16 provision. We welcome candidates to see our current facilities in action with our students and expert staff.

We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

We believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching. With a holistic view of education, we aim to create a safe and secure learning community that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles and empowers students to pursue career pathways they will find stimulating and deeply rewarding.

The Outwood Family of Schools pride ourselves on fully supporting colleagues within the Family both professionally and personally.

We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.

As a founding Trust of the National Institute of Education (NIoT), we will actively invest in your future through working closely with the Outwood Institute of Education and NIoT to offer access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, with all teaching staff receiving a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.

We also offer a generous employment package with a whole host of staff benefits, including family friendly policies, enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period, funded CPD for qualifications up to and including Masters level plus other exclusive benefits including a partnership with car leasing company, Synergy.

Applicants must hold a Degree in a relevant subject and possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) . You should be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision for the subject and a proven record of successful teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 . We require evidence of managing and leading new initiatives or involvement in transformational change within a department or school setting .

Technical proficiency is vital, including a good understanding of school improvement, the current Ofsted inspection framework, and the ability to use data to analyse and evaluate departmental performance to provide high-quality reports . Additionally, you must have thorough knowledge of marking criteria and examination specifications to offer expert advice on assessment and examination preparation .

- To view the person specification, which you should use when completing your application, please click  here. (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ONCjMAsARNJRjCb2XHTheyJUo4r3S_pm/view?usp=sharing)