Phase 1 Leader

Woodlands School; Greenhill; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Supportive environment

SLT coaching

Well-being package

Flexible working

Job summary

Woodlands School in Harrow invites applications for a Phase 1 Leader. You will lead Phase 1, oversee EYFS and the non-subject curriculum, support transitions for new pupils, and lead English or maths across the school while teaching a class four days per week.

The role offers permanent status, a competitive salary in the MPR/UPR range, Outer London allowance, and a comprehensive induction with coaching, a supportive SLT, and flexible wellbeing options.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a primary phase is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase 1 including the EYFS curriculum and the non-subject learning pathways.
• Oversee transitions for new pupils and coordinate English or maths across the school.
• Teach a class four days a week and allocate PPA time for planning.

Job description

Phase 1 Leader - Woodlands School

Harrow Council

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• Harrow, Greater London
• Permanent
• Full-time

10 hours ago

Overview:

School: Woodlands School
Address: Bransgrove Road, Edgware, Middlesex, HA8 6JP

Website:

Position: Phase 1 Leader

Salary: MPR5 £46,800 - UPR3 £56,154 Outer London + SEN Allowance (£2,787)

Contract: Permanent

Commencement date - 1st January 2027 or as soon as possible

Are you an innovative and inclusive teacher?

Are you looking to continue your growth and development within a special school environment?

About you:

• Have you got the Courage and the Confidence to take the next step in your career?

An opportunity has arisen for you to develop your leadership practice at Woodlands School.

What we need is an exceptional Phase Leader with responsibility for Phase 1. The role will include responsibility for the EYFS curriculum and the curriculum for children who are not engaged in subject-specific learning, new pupils' transitions into school and leading English or maths across the school. The successful candidate will teach a class 4 days a week and have Phase Leader / PPA time for 1 day a week.

We are looking for a practitioner who is keen to take on a new challenge and is able to initiate creative approaches to learning and inspire other teachers.

We can offer:

• Individualised and comprehensive induction and training including coaching courses
• Warm and positive working environment and a very diverse school community
• Dynamic and forward thinking Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body
• Well-being support package for our staff including flexible working policy, regular access to professional coaching, staff exercise sessions before/after school to name a few.

Please read the job description and the personal spec for further information.

Closing Date: 9 a.m. 30th September 2026

Interview Date: 8th October 2026