Deputy Head of Maths

About the job

Key information

• Start date: September 2026
• Contract term: Permanent
• Contract type: Full Time
• Suitable for ECTs: No

What will I be doing?

We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated teacher to join us as Deputy Head of Mathematics. Whether you are an experienced leader looking for a fresh challenge or an exceptional teacher ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.

At Westfield, we pride ourselves on being supportive. We are committed to nurturing talent and will provide a bespoke induction and ongoing mentorship to ensure you succeed in this leadership role. For us, your potential and passion for mathematics are just as important as your previous experience.

We can offer the opportunity to teach in a “happy, inclusive and caring school”.
“The school’s ethos is built on warm and respectful relationships between staff and pupils”.
Where “Staff feel valued and empowered.”
Quotes from recent “Good” Ofsted Nov 23.

We are an 11-16 Academy in Somerset, serving the town of Yeovil and the surrounding villages. Westfield is an oversubscribed and successful school with a good reputation. This is due to our reputation as a child centred organisation that has exemplary behaviour and an unmatched pastoral system that puts the welfare of students and staff at its core.

What is in it for me?

We can offer you:

• A Chromebook for each member of the teaching staff
• A committed and supportive leadership team, teaching and support staff
• A range of career development opportunities including induction and mentoring
• A stable and caring school community with well behaved, motivated and delightful students
• A pleasant, green site with outstanding facilities
• An opportunity to live and work in a fantastic part of the country.
• A school that has teachers’ professional autonomy as a key priority.
• A strong vibrant staff social ethos for example with a staff choir, staff steel pan band, five a side football

We are looking for people with:

• A passion for learning and teaching and an ambition to develop their own practice
• The ability to inspire students to attain the highest possible outcomes

DBS check

Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the barred list, and online searches as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2025).

Supporting documents and information

For further details please follow the links below and visit our website, or contact our HR & Student Data Officer, Rhiannon Rodber, tel: 01935 446869, email: rhiannon.rodber@westfieldacademy.co.uk.

The deadline for applications is Friday 15 May 2026 09:00am.

Interviews will take place week commencing 18 May 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5:00pm on Friday 15 May 2026.

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