Primary School Class Teacher / Head of Mathematics Department

About this role

A co-educational secondary school in Lagos seeks a Class Teacher for primary/early years and a Head of Mathematics Department. The role involves delivering differentiated maths lessons, assessing pupils, preparing them for Cambridge Checkpoint and local exams, and contributing to department leadership and curriculum development. The position also covers staff coaching, appraisals, and organising Mathematics-related enrichment and budget management. The school aims to develop leaders with strong character and practical learning across the curriculum, aligned with its academic and STEM goals. Experience with the British curriculum and maths leadership is preferred.

What you would do

• Plan and deliver differentiated mathematics lessons according to the curriculum.
• Assess, record, and report pupils' progress; provide feedback on classwork and homework.
• Prepare pupils for Cambridge Checkpoint, local exams and maths competitions.
• Maintain an orderly classroom with high standards of learning and behaviour.
• Set the direction for Mathematics and design a progressive curriculum from Nursery to Year 6.
• Create assessment and tracking tools; use data to plan support and extension.
• Represent the department in leadership and planning meetings.
• Coach and support Maths teachers and teaching assistants; conduct lesson observations and feedback.
• Carry out annual staff appraisals and growth plans.
• Lead Mathematics CPD sessions (at least three per year). Use resources for enrichment and clubs such as Maths week; manage department budget and resources inventory.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Statistics.
• Postgraduate qualification in education or leadership (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of classroom teaching experience, including at least 2 years in leadership or mentoring roles.
• Proven track record of improving learners' achievement.
• Familiarity with the British curriculum and global primary Mathematics best practices.
• Evidence of leading STEM initiatives or practical learning projects (desirable).

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