Location
Cowley, Uxbridge

Hours
Full Time

Salary
UPS1 £47,472 to UPS3 £51,047 + SEN £2,786 + TLR £3,527

About the Role
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? We are seeking a motivated and inspiring KS2 Phase Leader to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.

You will establish a clear vision and direction for the phase that reflects the school’s overall ethos and values. You will identify key areas for improvement and lead in the development of the phase’s progress development plan in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team and relevant staff. Monitoring the quality of learning and leading staff to achieve high-quality teaching and learning will be a key responsibility.

You will set targets for pupils and staff, providing the necessary support to achieve these goals. Ensuring all pupils have access to education and addressing any barriers to learning is essential. You will advocate for all pupils in the phase and support phase staff to ensure pupils achieve their full potential.

Joining Kedleston Group means being part of a collaborative and dedicated team, with ongoing professional development opportunities and a rewarding role that makes a real difference to children's lives. We value your hard work and dedication and are committed to supporting you both professionally and personally.

Our school, Arc School Old Arley, is an independent special day school located in a rural village near Nuneaton. We offer a bright and welcoming environment with a variety of indoor and outdoor learning spaces. We focus on taking learning beyond the classroom into the community and work in partnership with other organisations to enrich opportunities for children and young people.

Arc School Old Arley is part of Kedleston Group, specialising in education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

Benefits include access to health and well-being programmes with a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service, discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform, cycle to work scheme, and generous life cover.

Experience
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status (QTLS) or equivalent experience
- Experience of working with children with SEND and ASC is ideal but applications from those working in mainstream settings are very welcome
- Prior experience teaching pupils of a similar age group (KS2)
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people

About you
- Enthusiastic and dedicated educator
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods

Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- A qualification in SEND education is desirable