Lower KS2 Phase Leader

For with God, everything is possible (Matthew 19:26)

The Governing Body of Queen’s Park C.E/U.R.C. Primary School are looking to appoint a highly motivated, dynamic and dedicated Lower KS2 Phase Leader who will take responsibility for years 3 and 4 and, to become part of an ambitious Middle Leadership Team and who will be committed to and enhance our Christian Ethos.

This position offers an exciting challenge and opportunity to secure excellent educational outcomes for all our children.

• Are you an outstanding teacher ready to take the next step into middle leadership?
• Are you a committed to supporting our Christian Ethos?
• Do you have a vision for providing an outstanding provision and understand what high standards look like and how to attain them?
• Can you effectively coach and mentor others with demonstrable impact?
• Are you keen to take on new challenges?
• Are you able to initiate creative approaches to learning and inspire other teachers?
• Do you understand how children learn best and never give up on them?
• Are you a strong communicator, able to work in a dynamic team?
• Do you have knowledge of the expectations placed on LKS2 in a primary school?

Working at Queens Park Primary School

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

At Queen’s Park, we strive to develop a true partnership with all our parents and carers a relationship of mutual trust and respect. In this relationship we work closely with our parents to develop the very best in all our children; to discover their talents and to help them develop to the fullest. We want children to want to come to school; to enjoy learning; to develop confidence to be happy!

We can offer you:

• A friendly environment and a caring Christian ethos where every individual is valued
• A team of hard working colleagues who are committed to improving the life chances of our children
• Happy, vibrant and caring children
• The opportunity to drive key areas of school improvement
• Support and induction from a motivated governing body
• A commitment to your professional development
• The opportunity to make a difference

At Queens Park Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritise wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Queens Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information regarding this role, please contact jan.campbell@sthelens.org.uk

We have planned a school visit on Thursday 12th February at 4pm

Please contact the school office to book a tour

Closing Date: Wednesday 18th February at midday

Shortlisting Thursday 19th February

Observations Tuesday and Wednesday 24th and 25th February 2026

Interviews Thursday 26th February
Start date - April 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

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We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.