Phase Leader (Upper Key Stage 2) – Exciting Leadership Opportunity
Bitterne Church of England Primary School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7BX12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
1 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of year or phase
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- 35674-47338
Pay scale
- Mainscale or Upper Pay Range
Additional allowances
TLR 2.1
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an exceptional, experienced teacher ready to lead and inspire? Bitterne Church of England Primary School is seeking a dedicated Year 5/6 Phase Leader to drive excellence and innovation within our upper Key Stage 2 team. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious and passionate educator to shape the learning journey of our pupils and support our school’s continued improvement.
About Us:
Bitterne Church of England Primary School is a richly diverse and inclusive school, underpinned by our core Christian values of Love, Trust, and Forgiveness. We are committed to providing a nurturing and challenging learning environment where every child is celebrated, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
We are on an exciting journey of transformation, with a particular focus on raising standards and aspirations. We are determined to secure sustained excellence across all phases of the school. As our Year 5/6 Phase Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our vision for upper Key Stage 2, driving forward outstanding teaching and learning, and preparing our pupils for the next stage in their education.
The Role:
As Year 5/6 Phase Leader, you will:
- Lead and inspire a team of teachers and support staff, fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
- Drive excellence in teaching and learning across Year 5 and 6, ensuring the best possible outcomes for all pupils.
- Support and mentor colleagues to develop their practice and enhance pupil progress.
- Play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the school as part of the middle leadership team.
- Model outstanding classroom practice and provide professional development opportunities for staff.
- Work closely with senior leaders, parents, and the wider community to ensure a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
About You:
We are looking for an exceptional teacher and leader who:
- Has proven experience in upper Key Stage 2 with a strong understanding of the curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy.
- Is passionate about delivering high-quality education and has a track record of raising standards and pupil outcomes.
- Is an inspiring leader, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Is committed to upholding the values and ethos of our Church of England school.
- Has the drive and resilience to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive school community and church, with a strong team ethos.
- The opportunity to make a significant impact on school improvement.
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training.
- A school committed to staff wellbeing and career progression.
- The chance to work in a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven environment.
- Collaboration with other schools in Southampton through our joint working.
Please take the time to look at our website – www.bitterneceprimary.net. Visits to the school are also encouraged. 5 tours will be taking place:
- Wednesday 23 April @ 9am
- Thursday 24 April @ 9am
- Friday 25 April @ 4pm
- Monday 28 April @ 1pm and 4 pm
To arrange a visit, please contact Clare Horan (Business Manager – info@bitterneceprimary.net / 02380 499494).
How to Apply: To apply, please submit your application form by Thursday 1 May 2025 @ 12pm to info@bitterneceprimary.net.
Join us on our journey to excellence for all children – we can’t wait to meet you!
Very best wishes
Jen Johnson
Headteacher
Commitment to safeguarding
Bitterne CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide references.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Bitterne Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 415 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bitterne Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- info@bitterneceprimary.net
- Phone number
- 02380499494
Two form entry primary school.
Arranging a visit to Bitterne Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email info@bitterneceprimary.net.
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