Job reference
EHPEKHWPGHKRWPG_1777705202
Company Name
Salary
£44236 - £52300 per annum + + TLR
Location
London
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Contract | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
02/05/2026
Closing date
23/05/2026
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.