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Head of Primary Phase

Alec Reed Academy, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5LQ

This job expired on 20 January 2020 – see similar jobs

• Closing date

  20 January 2020 at 4pm

• Date listed

  16 December 2019

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Full-time equivalent salary: £65,748 to £80,071
• Additional allowances:

  Professional development and clear lines of responsibilities have generated a high-performance and high-ambition culture amongst the staff. The Academy is outer London but with Inner London pay and offers Teachers Pension, extensive free on-site parking, free use of the gym, subsidised meals and family friendly policies.

Head of Primary Phase job summary

HEAD OF PRIMARY PHASE
Salary: L15-L24 (Inner London)
Plus Teachers Pension, free gym, family friendly benefits

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Head of Primary Phase due to the resignation of our current Head who is moving onto a new challenge. They seek to appoint a Head of Primary who is committed to delivering a high quality education to all regardless of prior ability, social background or previous educational experience.

Whilst providing leadership of the Primary Phase the new Head should relish the many opportunities that will exist to collaborate with others and to work in full partnership with our Principal & CEO. The Head has full autonomy to lead the Primary Phase coupled with the support and encouragement of the Principal and CEO, and Leadership Teams.

Alec Reed Primary Phase is a three form entry school with over 600 children from the ages of 3-11, situated in Northolt, Ealing and with a £4.5m new build for Nursery, Reception and Year 1 which includes an additional Hall, outdoor learning and play areas and a grass pitch. The all-through structure of the Academy allows for central management of all support services and facilities, freeing up the Leadership Team to focus on learning and teaching, raising attainment whilst enjoying considerable delegated autonomy.

The school is known to be a happy, well organised, school where members of staff who work here, form a dedicated team. Our staff team is our greatest resource and the continuous professional development of all staff is a priority across the Academy. The combination of passionate and talented teaching and support staff and excellent facilities create an enviable learning environment, where traditional values, contemporary aspirations and creative curiosity underpin our pursuit of excellence.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Alec Reed Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 19
• Education phase: All through school
• School size: 1672 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Alec Reed Academy website
• Email address: hr@alecreedacademy.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alec-reed-academy

Alec Reed Academy is a thriving, inclusive all‑through school for pupils aged 3–19, serving the diverse community of Northolt in the London Borough of Ealing. Founded by the late Sir Alec Reed and opened in 2005, the Academy has grown significantly and now educates over 1,600 pupils across Nursery, Primary, Secondary and Post‑16 phases. Our unique all‑through structure provides a seamless learning journey, strong transition between phases, and shared professional expertise benefiting children at every stage.

We are proud to be an Ofsted 'Good' school (2018 and 2023), with high aspirations and a clear trajectory of continued improvement. Our mission is to inspire excellence, unlock potential and prepare children for adult life—academically, socially, and personally. We serve a richly diverse community: 60% of pupils speak English as an additional language, we have above‑average levels of SEND and EHCPs, and 48% of pupils are eligible for the Pupil Premium. Our strong pastoral systems and inclusive ethos ensure every young person feels valued, supported, and able to succeed.

Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities were designed by Foster + Partners, offering an exceptional environment for teaching and learning. These include fully equipped science labs, specialist art and technology studios, a professional 300‑seat theatre, a digital media suite, a Community Sports Centre, a 3G AstroTurf pitch, a climbing wall, dance studio, MUGA and expansive outdoor learning spaces. With recent investment—including a £1m Academy Fields Outdoor Learning Hub—we offer innovative opportunities for environmental education, sustainability, wellbeing and hands‑on learning across all phases.

Our curriculum is ambitious and broad, enriched through creative arts, outdoor learning and a strong careers and employability programme aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks. Our new Employability Hub, developed with support from Reed and external partners, ensures students gain the skills, confidence and experiences needed to progress into higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.

As an employer, we invest heavily in professional development. Staff benefit from six annual CPD days, ongoing training, leadership pathways, tailored ECT support and the advantage of working within an all‑through team that collaborates across phases. All business services—including HR, Finance, IT and Estates—are managed in‑house, enabling swift support, strong communication and a consistent, community‑focused culture.

Alec Reed Academy is a welcoming, ambitious and supportive place to work, where innovation is encouraged and staff wellbeing is prioritised. Located in West London with excellent transport links, the Academy offers the advantages of an Outer London setting while applying Inner London pay scales. We are committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring every member of our community can thrive.

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