Be part of something transformational
Compass Community is on an ambitious journey to create and deliver an innovative, inclusive and research-informed curriculum that truly meets the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), from Reception through to Post-16.
We are seeking an exceptional National Maths Consultant to
work alongside our Assistant Director of Curriculum and Assessment,
leading Maths curriculum design and implementation across our schools
nationally. This is a non class-based role, focused on
strategic leadership, curriculum development, and improving practice at
scale, while still modelling outstanding teaching within school
settings.
The Role
As National Maths Consultant, you will:
- Lead the design, development and implementation of the Compass Maths curriculum across all schools
- Support the Assistant Director of Curriculum and Assessment to
develop the wider Compass Curriculum, embedding Compass values and
current educational research
- Model excellent, inclusive classroom practice across schools (without holding responsibility for a permanent class)
- Support teaching teams through observation feedback, coaching and mentoring
- Lead new initiatives to enhance Maths teaching and learning
- Contribute to cross-curricular learning opportunities, including STEM/STEAM activity planning and delivery
- Provide strategic oversight of pupil progress and attainment in Maths, leading data dialogue meetings
- Lead quality assurance in Maths, including data analysis, lesson observations, planning and work scrutiny
People and Leadership
- Support consistency and high expectations in Maths teaching across Compass schools
- Lead and deliver subject-specific CPD and training
- Support procurement of high-quality Maths resources
- Mentor staff, including those undertaking teacher training programmes, to promote collaboration and continuous improvement
Growth and Strategic Planning
- Support both new and existing schools to implement and adapt the Maths curriculum for a range of cohorts
- Use performance data and research to inform long-term curriculum planning
Who We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Postgraduate qualification in Education, SEND or Leadership (desirable)
Experience
- Experience of curriculum and assessment leadership, ideally in SEND or specialist settings
- Demonstrated excellence in classroom teaching
- Experience delivering CPD, training or coaching within education
Personal Attributes
- Strong moral purpose and belief in the potential of every learner
- Expert knowledge of inclusive, research-informed teaching practice
- Confident, compassionate and credible leader
- Reflective, analytical and solution-focused
- Strong alignment with the values and mission of Compass Community
What Success Looks Like
- A cohesive, inclusive and values-led Maths curriculum implemented nationally
- A research-informed teaching model leading to measurable improvements in pupil progress and engagement
- Confident and consistent Maths practitioners across Compass schools
- A clear and sustained focus on Maths across the wider curriculum