Lead Practitioner of Mathematics

Governors at St Julian’s School are seeking to appoint an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Mathematics to join our ambitious and rapidly improving school.This is an exciting opportunity for a highly effective, innovative and inspirational teacher with outstanding subject knowledge and a passion for improving outcomes for all learners. As a Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in driving excellence within the Mathematics Department, supporting colleagues to develop outstanding practice and contributing to the wider development of teaching and learning across the school.At St Julian’s, we have high expectations, a strong culture of collaboration and a relentless commitment to continuous improvement. We are looking for a practitioner who shares our ambition to provide the very best educational experience for our students.Why join St Julian’s School?● Remuneration on the Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1-5).● For teaching staff, above the statutory minimum PPA allocation, with main scale teachers receiving approximately 14% PPA time.● Excellent training, coaching and professional development opportunities.● A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.● Generous pension provision through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).● Exclusive staff access to our onsite padel courts and fully equipped gymnasium outside school hours.● Excellent onsite catering facilities.● Access to salary sacrifice car and cycle schemes, alongside a range of health and wellbeing benefits through the Local Authority Vivup Service.This is an excellent opportunity to join a school on a strong improvement journey, where staff development is valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and there are genuine opportunities to shape the future of teaching and learning.For further information, please contact Nia Dale, School Business Manager.Application forms and further details are available via the Newport City Council website.ReferencesApplicants should provide the details of two referees, one of whom must be their current employer. References for shortlisted candidates will be sought prior to interview.The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory pre-employment health clearance.

Closing Date

22 November 2026

Interview

26 November 2026THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWCWe welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.