Year 1 Phase Leader

Summary: The Year 1 Phase Leader role at a two-form entry primary school in Barnet seeks an enthusiastic teacher ready to advance their career. The position emphasizes professional growth, wellbeing, and collaboration within a supportive leadership team. The school values innovative teaching methods and provides resources to enhance learning experiences for students, including those with special educational needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape an engaging curriculum in a trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Year 1 phase, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with a parallel Year 1 Phase Leader for planning and resource sharing.
• Support and mentor staff, including early career teachers.
• Implement trauma-informed approaches and cognitive load strategies in the curriculum.
• Manage workload effectively, prioritizing verbal feedback and in-the-moment marking.
• Utilize technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
• Participate in weekly CPD and training programs.
• Oversee the support provided by dedicated teaching assistants in KS1 classes.

Key Skills:

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) with experience in primary education.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed teaching practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Experience with diverse and inclusive educational settings.
• Proficiency in using technology for teaching purposes.

Salary (Rate): £53,994

City: Barnet

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Education