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Lead Practitioner- Maths

LOCATION: Wrotham School
ROLE: FULL-TIME
SCALE: Lead Practitioner Scale- Dependent on experience
REQUIRED: 1st September 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 17th May 2026
INTERVIEWS: To be arranged on receipt

Job overview

Lead Practitioner of Mathematics

Start Date: September 2026

Location: Wrotham School, Kent

Closing Date: 17th May 2026

Interviews: As arranged

Are you an exceptional mathematics educator ready to inspire both students and colleagues? Do you have the vision, expertise, and passion to shape outstanding teaching and learning across a school? If so, Wrotham School is looking for you.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Lead Practitioner of Mathematics to join our ambitious and forward-thinking team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced teacher to take the next step in their career, driving excellence in mathematics education while making a lasting impact across the school.

About the Role

As Lead Practitioner of Mathematics, you will:

Champion outstanding teaching and learning in mathematics across all key stages

Model exemplary classroom practice and support colleagues to continually improve

Lead on curriculum development, ensuring it is engaging, challenging, and inclusive

Use data intelligently to raise achievement and close gaps

Inspire a love of mathematics in every student

This is not just a leadership role—it is a chance to influence, innovate, and transform outcomes for young people.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with a track record of success

Has a deep understanding of mathematics pedagogy

Is passionate about developing others and sharing best practice

Is ambitious, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement

Can motivate and inspire both students and staff

Why Join Wrotham School?

At Wrotham School, we pride ourselves on our supportive community, high expectations, and commitment to excellence. We offer:

A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

A strong focus on staff wellbeing

Enthusiastic students who are eager to learn

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to build on our successes and strive for excellence in all that we do.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the lead in shaping the future of mathematics at Wrotham School, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and be part of something exceptional.

Wrotham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check

Application Form Teachers Wrotham School

LP Maths Job Description


Applications

Please apply by completing one of the application forms below and by writing a letter of no more than one side explaining what skills and attributes you have that would make you the best person for this job.

Please email your application to Ben Sanchez: BSanchez@wrotham.kent.sch.uk

Teaching Staff Application Form – Download

Support Staff Application Form – Download

Equal opportunities employer

Wrotham School is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and actively encourages applications from all potential candidates regardless of race, gender, sexuality and disability.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children.

Contact Wrotham School

We highly recommend contacting us to arrange an informal visit to the school to fully understand what makes Wrotham School such a desirable place to work.

We reserve the right to close the post early should we be able to appoint a suitable applicant.

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