KS1 Phase Leader

KS1 Phase Leader - Primary School | Tower Hamlets

Are you an experienced and motivated primary teacher ready to take the next step into a leadership role?

Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity from September 2026 within a supportive and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets?

Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a friendly, nurturing, and high-performing primary school. The school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed KS1 Phase Leader to join their team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the Key Stage 1 team, drive high standards of teaching and learning, and make a lasting impact on pupil progress within a collaborative and forward-thinking school environment.

Role Details
Location: Tower Hamlets
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Key Stage 1, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across Year 1 and Year 2
• Support, coach, and develop teachers to improve classroom practice and outcomes
• Monitor pupil progress and attainment, implementing strategies to close gaps
• Ensure strong phonics teaching and early literacy development in line with national expectations
• Contribute to curriculum planning, development, and assessment across KS1
• Work closely with senior leadership to drive school improvement priorities
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have strong experience teaching within Key Stage 1
• Have experience leading a subject, year group, or phase (or be ready to step into leadership)
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Be passionate about early learning, phonics, and raising attainment
• Be committed to inclusion and ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential

If you are an ambitious and dedicated teacher ready to take on a leadership role within a fantastic primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today, and a member of our team will be in touch shortly to discuss the role and arrange visits to the school.