Job Description
We currently have an exciting opportunity for Lead Teacher of Maths to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)
This is a permanent, full-time position on Teaching terms MPS–UPS plus TLR 2.1 allowance of £3,527, starting September 2026.
We’re looking for:
You will be a qualified teacher (QTS) with successful experience teaching within the 11–16 phase and a strong track record of delivering good or outstanding lessons. You will have excellent subject knowledge in Mathematics and a clear understanding of current curriculum developments.
You will be a confident and effective communicator with the ability to build strong professional relationships. With a passion for education, you will be committed to raising achievement and inspiring a love of learning in all students.
As a motivated and collaborative practitioner, you will demonstrate:
- A proven ability to secure positive outcomes for students
- The ability to lead, support and develop colleagues
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
- A commitment to high expectations, inclusion and student success
You will also be enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school, including enrichment and extracurricular activities.
Main purpose of the role:
In addition to the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, the Lead Teacher of Maths will play a key role in raising standards of teaching, learning and student achievement across the Mathematics curriculum.
Working closely with the Curriculum Leader, you will:
- Support the development and implementation of effective teaching and learning strategies
- Lead on intervention strategies to improve attainment and progress
- Monitor curriculum delivery, planning and student outcomes
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Ensure high standards of assessment, recording and reporting
You will also deputise for the Curriculum Leader where required and take responsibility for agreed areas of departmental leadership.
Leadership and curriculum responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:
- Support and lead colleagues to enhance teaching practice and student outcomes
- Contribute to lesson observations, coaching and mentoring
- Help identify and deliver high-quality CPD and professional development
- Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture
- Support the strategic development of the Maths curriculum
- Contribute to school improvement priorities and self-evaluation
To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached Job Description.
How to apply:
Early applications are encouraged. The role is due to close on Sunday 19th April, with interviews taking place in school during the week commencing 20th April.
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
Working for Prospere Learning Trust
Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.
- High quality CPD for all roles
- Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
- Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
- Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
- Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
- Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
- Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
- Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
- Mental Health First Aid in every school
- Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
- bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk
Manchester Enterprise Academy
MEA is a vibrant secondary academy in Wythenshawe, South Manchester, serving 1200 students. Our campus features modern facilities, including Theatre, Art, Fashion, Dance studios, new Science labs, and a £1 million multi-sport facility with a 3G pitch. We also offer a cafe, dining facilities, Food Technology rooms, and updated ICT, Business, and Language classrooms. Our vision, “A Fantastic Future for All Our Students,” focuses on achieving top academic results through the MEA Way: Safe, Respectful, Ready and Kind.
MEA has been graded as good by Ofsted.
'Staff have high expectations for all pupils.'
‘Pupils from all backgrounds are well supported to gain the resilience and knowledge that they need for a positive future.’
Visit our website to learn more about our school community: https://www.manchesterenterpriseacademy.org.uk/
Job Application Information
Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.
Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.
Safeguarding Commitment
All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Equality Statement
Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
For application support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk