Job Description

KS1 Phase Lead – Haringey – September 2026

A high-achieving, Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ primary school in Haringey is seeking an ambitious and experienced KS1 Phase Lead to join their leadership team from September 2026. This is a Permanent KS1 Phase Lead role within a well-established Primary Teaching Opportunity, suited to a practitioner ready to combine excellent classroom practice with strategic phase leadership.

The school is recognised for its calm, purposeful learning environment and strong outcomes in early reading and mathematics. A knowledge-rich, carefully sequenced curriculum underpins teaching, supported by explicit instruction and consistent behaviour systems. Staff are committed to evidence-informed pedagogy, and pupils are encouraged to develop resilience, curiosity and academic confidence through a broad enrichment offer.

What the school offers:

• Structured CPD and clear leadership progression pathways
• Weekly coaching and senior leadership mentoring
• Collaborative planning structures to reduce workload
• Strong pastoral systems and consistent behaviour policies
• A well-resourced environment with a strong academic culture

The successful KS1 Phase Lead will deliver high-quality curriculum lessons, drive standards across Year 1 and Year 2, and use assessment data to inform strategic planning. This KS1 Phase Lead – Haringey – September 2026 post includes line management responsibilities, phase-wide curriculum oversight and leading on raising attainment, particularly in phonics and core subjects.

The school is looking for:

• UK QTS (completion of a UK-recognised teacher training programme required)
• A strong academic background, ideally a 2:1 degree or above from a reputable university (Russell Group desirable)
• Substantial classroom teaching experience within a UK primary school
• Evidence of delivering structured lessons and securing measurable pupil progress
• Confidence operating within established behaviour frameworks
• Legal right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

Salary: Inner London MPS £40,317–£52,300 (UPS up to £62,496) + TLR (commensurate with responsibility).

This KS1 Phase Lead position is ideal for an ambitious teacher seeking long-term leadership progression within a high-performing school environment.

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KS1 Phase Lead | September 2026 | INDHOT