Class Teacher and Reading Lead

Winslow Church of England School, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 3EN

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  2 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Scale/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  Main Scale/UPS

Class Teacher and Reading Lead job summary

Our vision at Winslow CE School is ‘Let your light shine’. The rainbow symbolises God’s unconditional love for each individual. We seek to reflect that light in all we do: in our community, both local and wider, our communication, both word and action, with curiosity and courage, and with care and compassion for everyone, inspiring a love of learning.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our team with a specific responsibility for leading Phonics and Reading across Key Stage 1. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic educator who is passionate about early literacy and making a lasting impact on children’s reading development.

Role Overview:

As the Reading Leader for Key Stage 1, you will play a key role in shaping our approach to phonics and reading across the school. You will work closely with colleagues to ensure that all children are supported in their reading journey, from phonics through to fluent reading. Your responsibilities will include providing leadership in the development of high-quality phonics teaching, ensuring effective monitoring, and offering coaching to colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of phonics and early reading across Key Stage 1.
• Monitor the progress of phonics and reading, using data to identify areas for improvement.
• Provide coaching and support to teaching staff to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of phonics and reading.
• Lead regular phonics assessments and track individual and group progress.
• Develop and implement strategies to further engage parents in supporting their child's reading development.
• Ensure a stimulating reading environment, including recommending and maintaining a wide range of age-appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to continually enhance our phonics and reading programmes.

Dedicated Reading Leader Time:

You will be allocated dedicated weekly Reading Leader time for the monitoring of phonics delivery and coaching colleagues to enhance teaching practices, ensuring children make the best possible progress in their literacy development.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• Has experience teaching in Key Stage 1, with a strong understanding of phonics and early reading instruction.
• Is passionate about fostering a love of reading in young children.
• Has strong communication and leadership skills.
• Is committed to working collaboratively with staff and parents.
• Demonstrates the ability to use data effectively to inform teaching and learning.

What we offer:

• A supportive and welcoming team of staff.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A chance to have a real impact on the early literacy development of our students.
• A well-resourced environment with dedicated leadership time.

If you are excited about making a difference in early education and are ready to take on a leadership role in phonics and reading, we would love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to interview early and close the position should a suitable candidate be appointed.

The job description and person specification gives more detailed information about the role. We also encourage visits to our School which can be arranged via the School Business Manager at finance@winslow.bucks.sch.uk

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

At Winslow Church of England School, our number one priority is keeping all pupils safe at all times. Everyone is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their wellbeing. An enhanced DBS and qualifications check will be carried out upon appointment of the successful candidate. More information, including our Safeguarding statement and Child Protection policy, can be found on our website www.winslowschool.co.uk

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Winslow Church of England School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 370 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Winslow Church of England School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/winslow-church-of-england-school

Winslow Church of England School is a two form entry primary school with a Preschool. We cater for children from 3 to 11 years. Our school is located within the market town of Winslow. It is situated within a beautiful site with open, green spaces, two large playgrounds, a new all weather outdoor play area for our Preschool as well as outdoor learning in our musical woodland and wildlife area.

We are a caring, friendly school which offers an inspiring and challenging curriculum. Our curriculum provides opportunities for children to learn in different ways and to create children who are independent and life long learners. We have a dedicated staff who all place children at the heart of all they do. We work closely in partnership with parents to ensure that every child lets their light shine.

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