Job Introduction
Experienced Teacher (UPR) – Lead Teacher with TLR2a: Curriculum Development Leader
The Federation of Trosnant Schools
"Everyone will achieve their best."
The Federation of Trosnant Schools—comprising Trosnant Infant and Trosnant Junior School—is a warm, nurturing and inclusive community in Leigh Park, Havant. Rooted in our belief that every child is valued and can thrive, our schools focus on developing pupils’ self‑esteem, confidence, independence and positive attitudes, equipping them with the skills to navigate life’s challenges successfully.
We are now seeking an experienced teacher on the Upper Pay Range to take on the rewarding role of Lead Teacher within a year group from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly effective practitioner who wants to make a meaningful impact across their team and contribute to the federation’s ongoing commitment to excellence.
TLR2a Core Purpose: To lead the design, development, and continual refinement of a coherent, ambitious curriculum across the Federation.
About the Role:
As Lead Teacher, you will:
- Model high‑quality teaching and learning within your year group.
- Mentor an ECT or SCITT trainee, playing a vital role in developing new teachers and contributing to our work as a training‑focused federation.
- Work collaboratively within a supportive, enthusiastic and child‑centred team, where shared practice and reflective dialogue are at the heart of what we do.
A Curriculum Development Lead, you will have the opportunity to:
- Be a member of the Federated Leadership Team
- Ensure the curriculum remains coherent, well-sequenced and supports strong progress and consistency across all subjects.
- Contribute to self-evaluation and improvement planning.
- Work with Achievement Leads to embed literacy and numeracy across subjects.
- Ensure inclusion, equality of opportunity, and cultural capital are embedded.
- Lead CPD on curriculum design and pedagogy.
- Monitor curriculum impact through outcomes, pupil voice, and work scrutiny.
- Support subject leaders with high-quality planning and assessment design.
- Oversee sequencing, progression, and curriculum implementation.
- Lead strategic curriculum intent, ensuring alignment with Federation values and pupil needs.
- Be responsible for supporting colleagues and helping to secure consistency and excellence across the federation
What We Value in Our Staff
At Trosnant, we believe in staff who demonstrate:
- Strong classroom practice rooted in warmth, nurture and high expectations.
- Effective behaviour management, aligned with our inclusive ethos and commitment to removing barriers so all children can access learning.
- A reflective approach to teaching, coupled with a desire to model excellence for others.
- A team‑focused mindset, positive attitude and unwavering belief in every child's potential.
Our Commitment to Inclusion and Nurture
As a federation, we are deeply committed to:
- Providing an inclusive environment that supports pupils with a wide range of needs, including those accessing SEND provision and our trained Autism Ambassador approach.
- Fostering independence and confidence, and ensuring all pupils feel valued and able to participate fully in school life.
- Setting ambitious, personalised targets so every child is able to achieve their best, including higher‑attaining pupils who benefit from tailored challenge and enrichment opportunities.
These values are woven into our daily practice and shape the support we provide to children, staff and families.
Professional Development at Trosnant
We are proud of our strong reputation for supporting staff development and ensure:
- CPD is purposeful, high quality and embedded in daily practice.
- Staff have opportunities to learn alongside leading practitioners within the federation.
- Individual strengths and interests are nurtured, with space for leadership development and professional growth.
- As proud members of the South Farnham and Surrey SCITT, we are a training‑rich environment offering further opportunities for professional learning, coaching and mentoring.
- Application Process
- For an informal chat about the position please telephone on 02392 475606 to arrange a time with the Headteacher.
- Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please contact Sarah Stradwick, Admin Officer on 02392 475606 or recruitment@trosnant.hants.sch.uk to book a visit.
- Application Process
- The closing date for applications is Friday 15th September at 12 noon. An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable applications are received.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
