KS2 Teacher and English Lead

KS2 Teacher and English Lead – Shape Literacy Excellence in Barking & Dagenham

Step into an influential dual role as KS2 Teacher and English Lead at a forward-thinking primary school in Barking and Dagenham—an opportunity designed for educators hungry to drive literacy transformation across Key Stage 2 and lead colleagues toward English mastery. This premium post is perfect for dynamic classroom leaders who crave impact, aspire to innovate, and are ready to cultivate outstanding pupil outcomes in a supportive, ambitious environment. If you thrive on elevating standards and empowering staff, your next challenge begins here.
Joining this vibrant school means your expertise as KS2 Teacher and English Lead will flourish in an aspirational setting with exceptional training, high-calibre colleagues, and career-defining professional development. The school’s Good to Outstanding Ofsted ethos ensures nurturing support and a culture that prizes both student achievement and staff ambition. Here, every lesson you deliver and every strategy you drive will shape not just pupils, but the future of English teaching school-wide. Seize the opportunity to transform your CV as you transform lives.
Key Highlights:

KS2 Teacher and English Lead – transformative core-subject leadership
Salary: Inner London MPS-UPS (£40,317–£62,496) per year
Premier Barking and Dagenham location—dynamic, diverse community
School graded Good to Outstanding by Ofsted
Robust CPD and pathways to Senior Leadership
Ideal for experienced, impact-driven teachers, or outstanding ECTs with stringently high standards
Modern, resource-rich classrooms with dedicated literacy spaces

What You'll Be Doing:

Teaching a KS2 class with creativity, rigour, and precision
Leading English across Key Stage 2, inspiring best-practice teaching
Crafting and delivering an ambitious, inclusive curriculum
Coaching and mentoring colleagues to raise attainment in literacy
Analysing pupil data to drive targeted English interventions
Engaging with parents and community stakeholders around literacy progress

Ideal KS2 Teacher and English Lead for this Barking and Dagenham School:

UK-trained teacher with QTS (essential)
Demonstrated track record of Good or Outstanding classroom practice
Inspirational leader with the vision to shape whole-school English strategy
Outstanding references and strong evidence of pupil progress impact
Passionate, reflective, and ready to collaborate and innovate
Exceptional communicators, confident working with pupils, staff, and families

Why Join This Barking and Dagenham School?:

Culture of excellence—student behaviour is exceptional and ambition is universal
Outstanding induction, coaching, and leadership development
Pioneering approach to literacy advancement—be at the cutting edge
Energetic SLT and colleagues who champion progress for all
Green spaces, state-of-the-art facilities, specialist literacy resources
Highly supportive, diverse and engaged school community

Are you an aspiring or established KS2 Teacher and English Lead ready to inspire, innovate, and lead from the front? This sought-after Barking and Dagenham school offers an outstanding platform to amplify your impact—apply now to secure your exclusive slot before this exceptional opportunity closes.
How to Apply

Jump in now if you’re ready to drive change in Barking and Dagenham as our KS2 Teacher and English Lead! We’re reviewing applications as they arrive, so waste no time—submit yours quickly to stand out. Leadership and teaching talent wanted immediately; your next adventure could begin with just one click.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!