Lower KS2 Leader

Carter Knowle Junior School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S7 2DY

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  29 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Five full days per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Scale/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR2a

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a teacher with the skills and qualities to lead our lower KS2. This leadership role is to secure a high quality curriculum and effective teaching in Y3 and Y4, working in partnership with other leaders in the federation, so that we have good consistency across all year groups.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a class, so they must be an excellent classroom practitioner who can ensure high outcomes for our children and model best practice for others. Drive, enthusiasm and commitment are essential here in our caring schools where we are focused on meeting children's individual needs. Candidates must share our vision and determination to have a cohesive community within our diverse schools federation and have the ability to foster good relationships with all stakeholders, working closely with parents and carers. Candidates should have a good understanding of primary practice as well as all equality issues.

As well as leading lower KS2 the successful candidate will be expected to lead a curriculum subject across the school's federation. The headteacher will endeavour to provide 10% management time in addition to the 10% PPA entitlement.

What the school offers its staff

Carterknowle is a highly inclusive, lively and happy school with a positive atmosphere and ethos. We pride ourselves in supporting all staff in their professional development and we would look forward to supporting you in making the next steps in your career with:

• a supportive and welcoming environment
• great team work
• excellent CPD
• possibilities to work with our partner infant school
• well balanced workload
• respect for teacher wellbeing

This is an opportunity to work in a diverse and vibrant school.

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.

Please email your completed application to: enquiries@carterknowle.sheffield.sch.uk

For the attention of Mrs Jolliffe PA to the headteacher.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any cautions or convictions prior to interview. The amendments to the ROA Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are therefore not subject to disclosure to employers. The successful candidate will complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, internet check and a Children’s Barred List check.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Carter Knowle Junior School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 239 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Carter Knowle Junior School website
• Email address: enquiries@carterknowle.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01142552347
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/carter-knowle-junior-school

Carterknowle Junior School is part of the Holt House and Carterknowle Schools Federation and we nurture a caring community in which every child learns well. We have a welcoming and secure environment with a warm and friendly ethos. We are dedicated to providing high standards and are committed to giving each and every child the best education. We have high expectations and children and adults work together in a positive and supportive way.

Arranging a visit to Carter Knowle Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@carterknowle.sheffield.sch.uk.

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