Phase Leader

Woodthorpe

Primary School is looking to appoint an inspirational teacher with a proven

track record of outstanding practice, to the role of Phase Leader. As Phase Leader,

you will be responsible for providing leadership and management of the school’s

key stage curriculum, delivering high-quality exemplar teaching and effective

use of resources. You will work to improve learning standards and achievement for

all pupils, contribute to whole-school self-evaluation and school improvement

planning, whilst also carrying out duties as a classroom teacher. You will also

be responsible for mentoring and developing staff within the phase, and will

offer guidance and support to teaching staff; modelling excellent teaching and

learning and showcasing up-to-date knowledge of current theory and practice. If you are an

outstanding classroom practitioner, and you’re now looking to take next steps

into middle leadership, then this role is ideal for you. We strive to empower

our children with knowledge, ambition and self-belief, inspiring them to reach

their full potential - if this aligns with your personal philosophies, we could

be the school for you. With the support of the experienced and welcoming

leadership team, you will contribute to strategic decision making, to help

shape the school’s vision for the future. If you can help

us on our journey, and want to make a difference, we look forward to hearing

from you. Visits to the school are highly recommended but

not essential. If you wish to visit the

school, our Head of School, Mrs Grason-Taylor would be happy to accommodate you

on Tuesday 5th of May at 2pm or our Vice Principal, Helen Elsworth would be

happy to guide your visit on Thursday 7th May at 4pm. Please contact admin@woodthorpe.elt.org.uk to register your interest. Further details about our school can be found on

our website www.woodthorpeprimaryschool.co.uk A full job description and person specification

for both parts of this role, and an application form can be found on the Trust

website https://excellearningtrust.org.uk/careers/ Please email applications to recruitment@elt.org.uk for the attention of Mrs J Jones. Interviews will be held on Monday 18 May 2026.

Excel Learning Trust reserves the right to close

advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at midnight either on

the advertised closing date, or at the point the decision has been taken to

close the advertisement early. Applicants will be invited for interview once

suitable applications are received, therefore early applications are strongly

encouraged and advised.