Upton-by-Chester High School
St. James Avenue, Chester, CH2 1NN
Head of Mathematics
For September 2025
Main or Upper Pay Scale as applicable + TLR 1(2) £12,032
Our most recent Ofsted short inspection in May 2019 was highly successful, endorsing our previous judgement, ‘This is a good school with an outstanding sixth form’ (May 2015).
We are looking to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated, and enthusiastic middle leader to lead Mathematics. This would be an ideal opportunity for someone who currently holds a leadership responsibility and is looking to lead a large team.
The successful candidate will:
· Be an outstanding teacher able to support other colleagues in the department to develop their skills in learning and teaching.
· Plan and deliver a clear strategic programme of improvement across the department.
· Be able to lead and manage a team of teaching and non-teaching staff.
· Support the development and delivery of an outstanding curriculum which supports all groups of learners to achieve at the highest level.
· Be a highly motivated and reflective leader and teacher.
You will be able to demonstrate unwavering commitment to raising standards and improving progress so that every learner can succeed.
Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged.
Download an application pack from our website electronic applications should be returned to lloyds@uptonhigh.co.uk CVs alone will not be accepted.
Closing date: Friday 14th March 2025
The post is subject to suitable references and the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service). Further information can be found at
Our school is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.