Head of English and Maths - North Devon College
- North Devon, Devon
- Full Time
- £49,000 per annum
Based in Barnstaple
What? A leadership role where English and maths really matter?
Not as a tick‑box. Not as an afterthought.
But as the beating heart of learner success across the whole college.
If you believe English and maths can change lives, love leading people, and get a genuine buzz from watching outcomes improve because of something you put in place — we should talk.
We’re looking for an experienced, inspiring Head of English and Maths to provide strategic leadership across the college, championing high expectations, strong teaching and ambitious learner outcomes. You’ll be the person who keeps these subjects high‑profile, well‑planned and delivered brilliantly — ensuring learners gain the qualifications that open doors.
We’ve recently been named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, so you’ll be joining a college that values people, invests in leadership and takes pride in doing things well.
What you’ll be doing (and making a real impact):
- Leading English and maths strategy across the college, with GCSEs at the core
- Championing high aspirations for all learners and driving strong progress and achievement
- Line managing and inspiring the English and maths curriculum team
- Ensuring consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessment
- Using data intelligently to improve attendance, engagement and outcomes
- Working closely with Heads of Faculty to coordinate delivery across departments
- Ensuring provision meets — and aims to exceed — national performance benchmarks
- Leading quality assurance, standardisation and assessment compliance
- Supporting recruitment, CPD and performance development within the team
- Staying ahead of national developments in English and maths education
- Teaching agreed hours in your specialist subject area
- Playing an active role in the wider leadership and life of the college
Who we’re looking for:
- An experienced English or maths teacher from further education
- A proven curriculum leader with experience managing and developing teams
- Someone who has successfully improved learner outcomes, particularly GCSE or resit provision
- Confident using performance data to drive improvement
- A strong communicator who can build positive relationships across the organisation
- Resilient, reflective and confident leading change
- Passionate about education and aligned with our values of Respect, Community and Empowerment
You’ll need:
- A degree (or equivalent)
- A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent)
- GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
(Leadership or specialist subject qualifications are welcome, but not essential)
If you would like to apply, please follow this link- https://www.petroc.ac.uk/life-at-petroc/join-our-team/ or email HRTeam@petroc.ac.uk for more information.
Closing Date: 3rd May 2026.
Interview Date: To be held 18th May 2026.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationNorth DevonDevon
- Work Postcode
EX31 2BQ
- Reference
AC6275
- Occupational GroupTeaching - SecondaryTeaching – Further & Higher Education
- Salary Details
£49,000 per annum
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
- Closing Date
02/05/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes