15 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2025

  • Closing date

    15 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    29 April 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher
  • Other leadership roles

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: Monday to Friday 32.5 hours per week

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPS/UPS with TLR

Additional allowances

Teaching and Learning Responsibilities (TLR)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a highy motivated KS2 Phase Leader to work as part of the school’s Wider Leadership Team and to liaise closely with the Senior Leadership Team. This post holder is accountable to the Headteacher.

Key Responsibilities:

The core purpose of the KS2 Phase Leader is to provide day-to-day leadership and management for the staff and children within KS2. As part of the Wider Leadership Team, the Phase Leader will monitor pupil progress and outcomes within the phase, identifying pupils about whom they have concerns and identifying a course of action for supporting them to overcome their barriers.

The Phase Leader will:

  • along with the Headteacher and other Academy leaders, ensure the very best education for the children at Wath Victoria Primary School, and to provide a strong starting point to children’s learning on entry;
  • liaise closely with SLT to make a significant contribution to the strategic development and direction of the provision in the phase, ensuring that the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team are up-to-date with progress and next steps in this phase;
  • monitor pupil progress across the phase, identifying issues for action which arise from data and other forms of monitoring.
  • provide support for children and staff within the Phase.
  • lead on the future development of the curriculum and ensuring pupils of all abilities are being effectively assessed and supported in line with their bespoke needs;
  • in addition to the duties of the teacher, to be responsible for providing professional leadership to the staff team in the phase to secure high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:-

  • Children who are polite, love learning and a pleasure to be around
  • Highly skilled and supportive colleagues who want the best for the children in their care
  • An inclusive ethos where every child is nurtured, challenged and valued
  • A strong CPD programme
  • A warm and friendly environment where we all aspire to be the best that we can be
  • Wellbeing support
  • A Trust that offers opportunities for growth and development.

Commitment to safeguarding

James Montgomery Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and relevant safeguarding checks will be conducted in line with guidance and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to nmcmullen@jmat.org.uk

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About Wath Victoria Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
307 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
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Phone number
01709 760103

Wath Victoria Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive, nurturing, one and half form entry school. Our learning experiences at Wath Victoria Primary School are designed to help our students to grow, both inside and outside of the classroom; fostering knowledge, aspiration and self-belief in all pupils. Founded in 1887, Wath Victoria Primary School is located in Wath upon Dearne, Rotherham and reflects the vibrant energy of the area.

We are a busy, friendly and dedicated school, continually striving to improve in our quest for excellence. We have a dedicated team of talented, experienced staff, supportive parents and a committed governing board. Most importantly, our wonderful children are all eager to learn and develop.

We believe that every child deserves an exceptional education, tailored to their individual needs. We are proud to offer a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where all children receive the support and resources they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Arranging a visit to Wath Victoria Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email school@wv.jmat.org.uk.

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