Phonics Lead

River View Primary and Nursery School, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9HR

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  16 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS3 - MPS6
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2a £3527p.a.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will lead phonics provision, support and coach staff, monitor teaching and learning, analyse data, and ensure strong outcomes for all pupils, contributing to the wider development of literacy and school improvement.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an effective classroom teacher with strong phonics knowledge

• Has high expectationsfor all learners

• Can support and inspire colleagues to improve practice

• Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing

• Is willing to support the ethos of the school

What the school offers its staff

At River View Primary & Nursery School, we value and invest in our staff's professional development and wellbeing. We recognise that a happy and supported team enhances the overall learning environment for our pupils.

We are seekingto appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Phonics Lead to join our inclusive and welcoming school community.

You can expect access to a wide range of excellent professional development opportunities within school and through external providers. We are committed to providing high-quality Continued Professional Development (CPD) to continuously enhance your skills and keep you up to date with the latest educational advancements.

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

River View Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting https://www.gov.uk/crime-justice-and-law/criminal-record-disclosure. This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.docx - 42.9 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher Personal Spec.pdf - 67.4 KB (opens in new tab)

Application Form Endeavour V3 March 2026.docx - 92 KB (opens in new tab)

Privacy-Notice-for-Job-Applicants.pdf - 200 KB (opens in new tab)

Safeguarding Statement for Safer Recruitment - March 2025.pdf - 81.9 KB (opens in new tab)

About River View Primary and Nursery School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 389 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: River View Primary and Nursery School website
• Email address: office@riverview.staffs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01283 260157
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/riverview-primary-school

 River View Primary & Nursery School is located at the heart of Stapenhill in Burton on Trent. We are a two-form entry school with a nursery and specialist SEND hub on site.  Following a highly positive Ofsted inspection which praised our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and exceptional pastoral care, this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic practitioner dedicated to improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.   You will join a supportive and collaborative team who value inclusion and the holistic development of every child.

Arranging a visit to River View Primary and Nursery School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@riverview.staffs.sch.uk.

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