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Upper Key Stage 2 Phase Leader - Full-time

Knockhall Primary School, Greenhithe

  • Ref:KCC886-2092-171T
  • Posted:12/03/2025
  • Pay:Teachers’ Main or Upper Pay Scale + TLR
  • Start Date:September 2025 or sooner
  • App Close Date:21/04/2025 at 23:45
  • Interviews:To be arranged

Advert

Knockhall Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed and skilled Phase Leader with responsibility for Upper Key Stage 2. As the leader of the phase, the successful candidate will be responsible in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team for formulating the aims and objectives of the school, particularly relating to years 5 and 6.

The successful candidate will have experience of delivering consistently good classroom practice with a clear understanding of how children learn and develop. Your classroom skills will enable you to work collaboratively with others to inspire, develop and support others within the phase. You will have responsibility for monitoring standards and reviewing progress within the phase to ensure high standards and you will have curriculum expertise and confidence to lead a subject.

 

Your Responsibilities:

  •         Lead and Inspire: Motivate and guide colleagues within Upper Key Stage 2, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
  •         Curriculum Development: Shape and implement a dynamic, engaging, and standards-aligned curriculum tailored to meet the needs of our students.
  •         Planning Coordination: Oversee phase-wide planning to ensure consistency and quality in teaching and learning.
  •         Support Staff Development: Mentor and empower staff to deliver the school’s core aims and achieve exceptional outcomes for students.
  •         Exemplify Excellence: Demonstrate outstanding classroom practice, setting high standards for student achievement, behaviour, and engagement.
  •         Commit to Growth: Embrace personal and professional development, contributing to school improvement initiatives and innovation.

 

What We’re Looking For:

  •         Experience and Expertise: Proven success in teaching, ideally within Key Stage 2, with a strong grasp of child development and effective teaching strategies.
  •         Leadership Skills: A track record of motivating and collaborating with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
  •         Curriculum Knowledge: Deep understanding of curriculum design and the ability to adapt it to meet evolving needs.
  •         Classroom Management: Skilled at creating positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environments.
  •         Professionalism and Drive: A proactive commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
  •         Qualifications: Relevant teaching qualifications and certifications.

 

Knockhall Primary School offers a welcoming, inclusive environment where teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be supported by a passionate Senior Leadership Team and have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our vibrant school community.

If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of our exceptional team and help shape the future of our students!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found; therefore, early application is encouraged. 

Information about the school

At Knockhall Primary School, we believe in fostering a community where kindness is at the core of everything we do. Our school is not just a place for academic growth; it is a place where we nurture compassion, empathy, and understanding. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Inclusion is a cornerstone of our educational philosophy. We celebrate the uniqueness of each student, recognising that our differences make us stronger as a community. Here, diversity is not just accepted; it is embraced. We strive to create a learning space where everyone feels seen, heard, and appreciated.

Our school is more than just a building; it is a community of learners, educators, and families working together towards a common goal – the success and well-being of our students. As we embark on this academic journey together, let us build bonds that go beyond the classroom. Let us create a sense of belonging that extends to every corner of our school.

I invite you to join us in cultivating a culture of kindness, promoting inclusion, and building a strong sense of community. Together, we can make Knockhall Primary School a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

For more information about Woodland Academy Trust please visit the Trust website at https://www.woodlandacademytrust.co.uk/

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.