Founding Head - The 1729 Maths School
New independent maths school for ages 11-18, offering co-educational day and boarding provision. Dedicated to maths excellence and with significant funding for bursaries to attract the very best pupils.
Applications are invited for the post of Founding Head of this unique school, which will open in September 2026. As the UK’s first specialist maths school that has provision across ages 11–18, The 1729 Maths School is one of the most exciting developments in UK maths education. The 1729 Maths School will become known for its exceptional provision and pupil achievement, and it will offer a full range of bursaries so that any pupil, irrespective of family income, can attend and thrive. The 1729 Maths School’s curriculum will develop world-class mathematical talent, and be delivered in a challenging, supportive and inspiring environment, alongside the full national curriculum. Nowhere else in the UK will pupils be able to spend as much time immersed in maths alongside like-minded peers.
The Founding Head will develop and build a well-renowned school that is part of an exciting partnership between Mill Hill School, a leading co-educational day and boarding school in North London, and Purposeful Ventures, a not-for-profit organisation, working towards a fairer society where all young people thrive. The project has been initiated and is being funded by Alex and Elena Gerko, who are major supporters of UK maths education and research.
We seek to appoint an exceptional educator and passionate mathematician to identify, nurture and develop some of the ablest young mathematicians in the UK. Ahead of the school opening in September 2026, the Founding Head will work with all project partners to set The 1729 Maths School up for success. They will establish the school’s culture and lead on curriculum development, pupil admissions and outreach, and recruiting a team of inspirational educators. As well as a demonstrable passion for maths, the successful candidate will have experience of teaching high-attaining young mathematicians, be an excellent communicator, and have experience of team leadership, for example as a Head of Maths, Assistant Head, Deputy Head or Headteacher.
Further information about the role, including details of how to apply, can be found at: https://lnkd.in/e_rT6TXi
Potential candidates wishing to discuss the post confidentially are invited to contact Jenny Funnell, Andrew Rattue or Claire Oulton at RSAcademics.
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