About the Role
Due to the promotion of our current English Lead, an exciting opportunity has arisen at Clifton Primary School for a passionate and ambitious teacher to join our team as a Year 6 Teacher with responsibility for UKS2 Phase Leadership and English across the school.
Contract
Permanent
Salary
MPS/UPS + TLR2b
Start date
1st September 2026
The Role
As Year 6 Teacher, UKS2 Phase Leader and English Lead, you will:
* Lead and inspire Upper Key Stage 2 with clarity, positivity and high expectations.
* Drive excellence in the teaching of English across the school.
* Support and develop colleagues through coaching, modelling and collaborative practice.
* Play a key role in preparing Year 6 pupils for successful transition to secondary school.
* Foster resilience, independence and a love of learning in pupils.
* Work alongside senior leaders to further develop teaching, learning and curriculum provision.
* Contribute to whole-school improvement and help shape the future direction of leadership within the school.
We are looking for someone who
* Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.
* Has strong subject knowledge in English and a passion for developing reading and writing across the curriculum.
* Demonstrates strong leadership potential and the ability to inspire others.
* Values teamwork, collaboration and positive relationships.
* Is committed to inclusive practice and improving outcomes for all children.
* Has strong communication and organisational skills.
* Is reflective, ambitious and eager to continue developing professionally.
* Is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits
* A highly supportive and experienced leadership team.
* Strong mentoring and guidance, particularly for teachers newer to Year 6.
* A collaborative and welcoming staff team that shares best practice.
* The opportunity to shape a new phase leadership role within the school.
* A culture of research-informed practice and evidence-based teaching.
* High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities.
* Well-behaved, respectful and motivated pupils.
* A welcoming, inclusive and community-focused school.
* A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
Safeguarding & Eligibility
The school is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the DBS. Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
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