Job Introduction
We are looking to appoint an inspiring, innovative and aspirational leader who understands that the best leaders continually strive to improve, to join our friendly and hard-working team. If you are looking to further develop your leadership skills or begin your leadership journey and feel you have the drive and passion to make a difference to the whole school community, then this could be the opportunity for you!
Do you share our school’s vision of an all-inclusive, child centred, ‘whatever it takes’ approach to education, where personal growth and academic growth are valued equally?
Are you looking for a ‘work family’ who will ensure that you feel part of a supportive, proactive and caring team?
Well, then Anstey Junior School could be the school for you and we would love to hear from you!
We have the exciting opportunity to select a phase leader with a TLR to work within the senior leadership team to lead, inspire and develop our hardworking and dedicated team.
We are seeking someone forward-thinking who can motivate and lead staff with relentless passion and enthusiasm, as well as support colleagues to raise standards even higher by leading by example. As a phase leader, you will be responsible for supporting colleagues to develop within whole school improvement priorities in teaching and learning in your phase (lower or upper school), and share good practice across the entire Key Stage. You will be able to demonstrate an accurate assessment of pupil’s progress across the phase you lead, and will be able to be proactive in identifying and implementing next steps.
This position comes with full time class teacher responsibility with dedicated leadership time to carry out phase leader commitments, as well as working alongside the senior leadership team to continue to drive school improvement across the whole school.
We are 100% committed to offering a new member of staff:
- The opportunity to work with professional, friendly and supportive staff who genuinely believe that every child deserves the very best education.
- Wonderful children who are happy, work hard and thrive within our ‘whole child’ nurturing approach to education.
- Fantastic grounds and dedicated outdoor learning opportunities planned in our curriculum.
- Supportive and engaged parents and governors, who share and support the school’s vision.
- Excellent continued professional development and career development both within and beyond the school.
- A mentor and clear induction programmes for new staff to enable a smooth transfer into the school.
Application Procedure
If you feel this opportunity is for you, we would very much like to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged; do come and meet our dedicated staff team and enthusiastic learners. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment. Do also have a good look around our school website to see what we are all about at Anstey Junior School. Your application should be received by 12 noon on Wednesday 20th May 2026.
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.
