Lead Practitioner for Teaching & Learning: KS1/KS2

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Chelmsford is seeking a Lead Practitioner for Teaching & Learning to enhance teaching quality in KS1 and KS2. This high-impact role includes a teaching commitment and leading by example. Candidates should have experience in elevating pupil outcomes, effective coaching skills, and a dedication to reflective practices. The position offers a permanent contract with various benefits including health insurance, opportunities for professional development, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Staff well-being programme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Professional development opportunities

Subsidised holiday provision

Access to fitness suite

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teaching and learning initiatives with a track record of improving pupil outcomes.
• Expert coaching and knowledge of effective instructional strategies.
• Commitment to evidence-informed research and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead teacher development through understanding of the science of learning.
• Coach and develop teachers in classroom practice.
• Collaborate with schools to uphold equality of opportunity.

Skills

Lead teaching and learning initiatives

Effective instructional strategies

Commitment to evidence-informed research

Job description

Overview

Lead Practitioner for Teaching & Learning: KS1/KS2. This is a demanding, high-impact leadership role focused on improving the quality of teaching and learning. The role requires a regular teaching commitment and leading by example from the front of the classroom.

Contract: Permanent | Contract Type: Full-time | Working Pattern: Full Time - talk to us about flexible working | Start Date: April 2026 | Application Close: 05/02/2026 (Midday) | Interviews: 9 February 2026

Responsibilities

• Lead teacher development through a deep understanding of the science of learning, and drive academic outcomes through evidence-informed practice.
• Coach and develop teachers, in partnership with the existing Teaching & Learning team; act as a role model in classroom practice.
• Lead with a focus on understanding, retention, and the application of knowledge across KS1 and KS2.
• Collaborate with the Gateway Learning Community (GLC) schools to uphold equality of opportunity and an inclusive school environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in leading teaching and learning initiatives with a track record of improving pupil outcomes.
• Expert coach with knowledge of effective instructional strategies (preferably Steplab).
• Commitment to evidence-informed research and reflective practice.

Benefits & Working Environment

• Staff well-being programme including access to Westfield Health Insurance.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (including Cycle to Work).
• Long service awards and a range of facilities to support learning.
• Paid day off each year and opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive central team (reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance) enabling teachers to focus on teaching.
• Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff; free access to Gateway Academy Fitness Suite; GLC Staff Nursery (competitive rates, term-time only).
• Opportunities for job share, part-time and flexible working.

Information about the School

Lansdowne Primary Academy, Lansdowne Road, Tilbury, Essex RM18 7QB | Tel: [phone]

Head of School: Dan George | Safeguarding: All appointments subject to safer recruitment checks.

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How to apply: Please complete an online application form.

Contact

Kathryn Luckin
Lansdowne Primary Academy, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7QB
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]