KS1 Phase Leader

Oasis Academy Pinewood, Romford, Essex, RM5 2TX

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  9 January 2026

• Closing date

  26 January 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  9 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: TBC

KS1 Phase Leader job summary

Role: KS1 Class Teacher, KS1 Phase Lead and English lead

Location: Oasis Academy Pinewood

Salary: MPS / UPS (Outer London) + TLR2B

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Start date: ASAP (or September 2026 for the right candidate)

Applications close: Monday 26th January 2026 at 10am

Interviews scheduled: week commencing 2nd February 2026

Are you ready to lead with heart and purpose? We’re looking for a passionate and nurturing Key Stage One teacher to join our wonderful team as KS1 and English Leader.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’ll be supported, challenged, and celebrated every step of the way.

At Oasis Academy Pinewood, we believe in growing together. With the Oasis Horizons project, every child and teacher has access to an iPad - and we don’t just hand them out. We provide the training, coaching, and encouragement to help you use technology in ways that truly enhance learning. Whether you’re already confident or just starting out, we’ll support you to thrive.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the Principal and SLT in the effective running of the Academy

• Leading curriculum, teaching, and assessment across KS1, ensuring high standards and inclusive practice

• Using data to close learning gaps and plan for all pupils, including SEND, EAL, PP, and high prior attainers

• Coaching and mentoring staff to ensure consistently strong teaching across the phase, identifying training needs and helping colleagues grow in confidence and skill

A full job description is attached to this vacancy.

You’ll bring:

• A passion for teaching and a track record of excellent classroom practice

• Experience in leading or supporting curriculum and staff development

• High expectations for all learners and a commitment to inclusive education

• A warm, collaborative approach, resilience and strong communication skills

• Confidence using technology to enhance learning, or a willingness to learn

• A desire to lead in a way that supports others and drives improvement

Our offer to you:

When you join Oasis Academy Pinewood, part of the Oasis Community Learning family, you’ll benefit from:

• Amazing children and a staff team that will make you smile every day

• A strong focus on wellbeing for staff, pupils, and families

• Clear career progression and leadership development

• A beautiful school site with outdoor learning spaces on the edge of a country park

• Excellent IT provision – every teacher receives a laptop and iPad, with full support to use them confidently

We are a welcoming two-form entry primary school in the London Borough of Havering, easily accessible from Essex and London. We’re proud to be a Forest School and a Inclusion Quality Mark flagship school. Our children and staff love learning, and we make the most of every day. We believe everyone can achieve great things, and we’d love you to be part of that journey.

Application process

We’d love to meet you. If you’re interested and want to find out more, we warmly welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to arrange a time to connect.

Or, if you’re ready to take the next step, click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us how your experience and passion align with ours.

Closing date: Monday 26th January 2026 at 10am

Interviews: week commencing 2nd February 2026

If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.

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

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employer checks. The post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

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 Oasis Academy Pinewood

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 369 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Oasis Academy Pinewood website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oasis-academy-pinewood

Oasis Academy Pinewood is a primary school with a Nursery. We are an inclusive academy for children aged between 3 and 11, committed to delivering first class-education and playing an active role in the local community.

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