Lead Practitioner

Woodlands; Wrotham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in England is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver high-quality teaching according to the National Curriculum. The successful candidate will promote positive behavior, support curriculum development, and mentor fellow educators. Ideal applicants will have Qualified Teacher Status and substantial experience within the curriculum, alongside strong communication and teamwork skills. The school offers professional development opportunities and is committed to pupil welfare and safeguarding.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Positive school culture

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Substantial experience teaching within the National Curriculum.
• Evidence of strong pupil progress and high-quality teaching.
• Experience in mentoring or subject leadership.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in line with the National Curriculum.
• Support curriculum development and consistency across the primary phase.
• Promote positive behaviour, inclusion, and pupil well-being.

Skills

High-quality teaching

Outstanding classroom practice

Strong pupil progress

Mentoring skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching within the National Curriculum

Job description

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching in line with the National Curriculum
• Model outstanding classroom practice and high expectations for all pupils
• Play a key role in assessment, tracking, and pupil progress, ensuring strong outcomes
• Support curriculum development and consistency across the primary phase
• Mentor and support colleagues, including Early Career Teachers
• Contribute to school self-evaluation and continuous improvement
• Promote positive behaviour, inclusion, and pupil well-being
• Provide leadership and operational oversight of the school in the absence of the Headteacher, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the school and adherence to policies and procedure

Assessment & Progress

You will:

• Lead or support effective assessment for learning practices
• Use data to inform planning, intervention, and impact
• Support moderation to ensure accurate and consistent judgements
• Contribute to statutory and internal assessment requirements

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Substantial experience teaching within the National Curriculum
• Evidence of strong pupil progress and high-quality teaching
• Experience in mentoring, subject leadership, or phase leadership
• Secure understanding of Ofsted expectations and safeguarding requirements
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A positive school culture with a clear focus on teaching and learning
• Enthusiastic pupils and a committed staff team

Safeguarding Statement

St. George’s CEP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo enhanced DBS checks and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Tours of the school

Tours of the school actively encouraged; arrange a time and date via [e-mail] or call 01732 882401/01732 884003