Mathematics sits at the heart of that mission. We believe that strong foundations in mathematics and numeracy unlock opportunity, academic success and lifelong learning. We are now seeking an expert mathematics leader to drive subject-specific school improvement in our London region.
About the role
This role sits at the heart of our school support team. Working closely with our London schools, the Regional Mathematics Leader will build capacity and expertise to ensure excellent maths teaching, leadership and student outcomes across the region.
You will lead the implementation of our maths strategy across the schools, providing expert support and guidance to maths leaders and their teams. You will use your experience and leadership skills to drive improvements in standards and teaching in mathematics.
This role blends strategic development with practical hands-on support, which includes regular teaching and leadership work at the base school, Lift Aylward. You will be jointly accountable for subject performance and improvement with local maths leaders. This means working collaboratively with colleagues, giving advice and counsel and leading by example, including in promoting our shared values and mindsets. You will also have the opportunity to develop an area of national expertise to deliver impact across our network.
Reporting to the National Lead for Secondary Mathematics as part of an exciting new team of Regional Maths Leaders, you will work alongside Hannah Fahey, our Regional Education Director for London and South, Heads of Department, Principals and other school leaders. This is a highly influential role, combining vision, expertise and effective implementation to make a meaningful difference to thousands of children nationwide.
About you
You are an experienced and credible secondary mathematics leader with a strong track record of improving outcomes and teaching. You hold significant expertise in effective mathematics education. You are strategic, network-minded and passionate about ensuring excellence as standard.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 59 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
We will provide an
excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.
Why join Lift Schools?
- A rare opportunity to make a difference to thousands of children and to influence national practice at scale
- Work alongside a highly committed, values-driven central curriculum team
- An opportunity to drive your subject forward at a high leadership and impact level
- Flexible working with (funded) national travel
- The chance to make a lasting difference to children’s lives
How we support you
At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:
Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
Generous benefits: From your teacher pension plan to the benefits of annual leave during most teacher holiday periods, healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and much more.
The role is due to commence January 2027 or earlier, where possible. This is a fixed term position for one year initially: however, Lift Schools is growing so there is scope for successful candidates to transition into a permanent role longer term.
Closing date: 29th June 2026
Interview date: w/c 6th July 2026
All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
