We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Deputy Subject Leader in Mathematics to join our dynamic and supportive department at Westminster City School, a thriving boys’ comprehensive school, which boasts a vibrant and high-achieving mixed-gender Sixth Form.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven teacher to take the next step in their career and help lead a successful team committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning. Mathematics is a popular and high-performing subject at all key stages, particularly at KS5, where uptake and outcomes are strong across A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics.
About the role:
• Support the Subject Leader in the strategic and operational leadership of the Mathematics department
• Take lead responsibility for Key Stage 5 Mathematics, including curriculum development, tracking progress, and supporting teaching and learning at A Level
• Contribute to whole-department planning, assessment, and quality assurance
• Play a key role in professional development within the department
• Teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, including A Level Mathematics and/or Further Mathematics
About you:
• A qualified teacher with a strong academic background in Mathematics
• Experience of teaching A Level Mathematics, with a sound understanding of the KS5 curriculum and assessment requirements
• Proven track record of excellent classroom practice and strong student outcomes
• Ability to lead and inspire both students and colleagues
• Committed to inclusive education and high standards for all
• Keen to contribute to wider school improvement and leadership
About us:
• High-achieving, well-resourced Mathematics department
• Excellent student behaviour and commitment to learning
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• Located in the heart of London with excellent transport links
Westminster City School is a successful 11-18 boys’ Christian non-denominational comprehensive academy with a heavily oversubscribed, mixed sixth form. Ours is a vibrant learning community situated in the heart of central London with all the opportunities and advantages of an inner-city school. In March 2022, the school’s OFSTED inspection confirmed that the school remains a ‘Good’ school, but we are restless in our ambition to be a go-to school, ranked in the top categories by OFSTED, and providing a world class transformational education'
“Leaders and Governors are proud of and ambitious for the school. They consider staff workload carefully, for example when introducing recent changes to the school’s feedback policy” OFSTED 2022
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
If you would like to discuss the role informally with the Deputy Headteacher via telephone or video call or to talk informally with the Headteacher please e-mail l.ellens@wcsch.com (PA to Headteacher). You may also wish to visit our website https//wcsch.com to read more about the school.
If you are ready to make a real impact and shape the future of Mathematics education – particularly at KS5 – in a supportive and aspirational setting, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to apply for this post please complete and submit our application form. If for any reason this is not possible please print out the application and send your completed form by post to the school or e-mail l.ellens@wcsch.com before the deadline date, Friday 10th October 2025, midday.
Interviews will take place in the week commencing Monday 13th October 2025
Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner by negotiation)