Lower School Phase Lead (Years 1-3) in Lowestoft

We are seeking an inspirational, ambitious and talented Lower School Phase Leader (Years 1-3) to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team at St Margaret's Primary Academy. This role is central to the success of our school and has a direct impact on the exceptional learning experiences we provide for the children.

As the Lower School Phase Leader you will have class responsibility for one of the classes in the lower school. You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day teaching and learning of all children in your class, including those with Special Educational Needs, English as an Additional Language, more‑able learners and those eligible for the Pupil Premium Grant. You will also be responsible for coaching, mentoring and supporting the other teachers within your phase to ensure that all children across the phase can reach their full potential. You will be supported through high‑quality coaching and mentoring from experienced leaders, ensuring you can thrive in every aspect of your role.

We welcome applications from teachers who already have leadership experience or those wishing to step into leadership for the first time.

At St Margaret's Primary Academy, we are proud of our high expectations for academic achievement, behaviour and personal development. Our broad, diverse and engaging creative curriculum underpins everything we do, ensuring that every child is given the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are an inclusive school where all children are valued, respected and supported as individuals. We do not label children or group them by perceived ability; instead, we provide equal opportunities for all children to challenge themselves, take ownership of their learning and develop a strong Growth Mindset.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about securing the very best outcomes for children and committed to giving every child the opportunity to succeed, whatever their starting point or barriers. We are also looking for someone who can motivate, inspire and lead their team to ensure those high standards across the whole phase.

You will bring:

• A relentless drive to achieve excellence for the children in your care
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A track record of effective, good or outstanding classroom practice
• Strong communication skills and a positive, warm sense of humour
• Good organisational skills
• Creativity that inspires and enhances teaching and learning

Whatever your teaching background, we would love to hear from you. For further information about the role, come and visit our school! To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office. School visits are encouraged but are by appointment only.

Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here’s why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice:

• Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
• Well‑being Focus: We promote a healthy work‑life balance and offer robust well‑being support for all staff.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
• Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives.
• Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.

We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:

• Generous Annual Leave: healthy work‑life balance.
• Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
• Flexible & Family‑Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term‑time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
• Well‑being Support: Receive comprehensive well‑being and employee assistance for you and your family.

At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils.

We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.

For more information about our safer recruitment processes, please refer to our Safer Recruitment Policy. All information is stored securely, and any information supplied by unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed through a confidential waste system six months after the decision has been communicated, in accordance with our information and records retention policy. The Trust ensures all applicant data is stored and processed appropriately.