New independent maths school for ages 11-18, offering co-educational day and boarding provision. Dedicated to maths excellence and with significant funding for bursaries to attract the very best pupils.
From September 2025
Applications are invited for the post of Founding Head of this unique school, which will open in September 2026. As the UK’s first specialist maths school that has provision across ages 11–18, The 1729 Maths School is one of the most exciting developments in UK maths education. The 1729 Maths School will become known for its exceptional provision and pupil achievement, and it will offer a full range of bursaries so that any pupil, irrespective of family income, can attend and thrive. The 1729 Maths School’s curriculum will develop world-class mathematical talent, and be delivered in a challenging, supportive and inspiring environment, alongside the full national curriculum.
The Founding Head will develop and build a well-renowned school that is part of an exciting partnership between Mill Hill School, a leading co-educational day and boarding school in North London, and Purposeful Ventures, a not-for-profit organisation, working towards a fairer society where all young people thrive. The project has been initiated and is being funded by Alex and Elena Gerko, who are major supporters of UK maths education and research.
We seek to appoint an exceptional educator and passionate mathematician to identify, nurture and develop some of the ablest young mathematicians in the UK. Ahead of the school opening in September 2026, the Founding Head will work with all project partners to set The 1729 Maths School up for success. They will establish the school’s culture and lead on curriculum development, pupil admissions and outreach, and recruiting a team of inspirational educators. The successful candidate will have experience of teaching high-attaining young mathematicians, be an excellent communicator, and have experience of team leadership, for example as a Head of Maths, Assistant Head, Deputy Head or Headteacher.
Set in 120 acres of beautiful grounds, Mill Hill is recognised for its emphasis on pupil happiness and excellence, offering expert teaching, exceptional pastoral care and a wide range of co-curricular activities. Operating as a ‘school within a school’, The 1729 Maths School will be responsible for all maths and maths-related provision for the school’s pupils. Pupils will be integrated into the broader community of Mill Hill School and Belmont, Mill Hill Prep, who will provide the secondary school curriculum outside of maths, and all co-curricular provision.
Salary will be highly competitive, and accommodation is available for the successful candidate (and their family, if applicable). Other benefits include pension scheme and life assurance, optional discounted private medical cover, fee concessions for the Founding Head’s children, free onsite parking and lunch, cycle to work scheme and discounted membership at our school gym and swimming pool.
Applications are welcome from both the state and independent school sectors, as well from mathematicians based in universities or other settings.
Potential candidates wishing to discuss the post confidentially are invited to contact:
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 11 March 2025, 10.00am UK time
Applications should be made electronically to RSAcademics. To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now” on the right side of this webpage and upload your documents according to the instructions provided.
You should submit the following (both in PDF format):
1. a completed application form
2. a covering letter addressed to David Benson, Head of Mill Hill School. The letter should explain your reasons for applying.
If you have any questions about uploading your application documents, please contact Jonathan Barnes, Head of Operations (Leadership Appointments) at. Jonathan can also be reached by calling our Head Office on +44 (0)1858 383163.
RSAcademics is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.
The Mill Hill Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. As part of our Recruitment Checks, the appointed candidate will be subject to a Social Media and Enhanced DBS Check. The role you are applying for meets the legal definition of regulated activity with children.
If you are successful in your application you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Employment with the schools is conditional upon the schools being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Any criminal records information that is disclosed to the schools will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or code of practice published by the DBS. It is an offence for person barred from working with children to apply for this post.
The Mill Hill Education Group is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Successful applicants will also be expected to keep up to date with annual safeguarding training, DfE guidance and School specific safeguarding information.
Preliminary interviews will take place with RSAcademics via Teams on Thursday 13 and Friday 14 March 2025.
Visits and interviews for shortlisted candidates with the Selection Panel at Mill Hill School will take place in the weeks beginning Monday 24 March and Monday 31 March 2025.
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