Year Group Leader

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced teacher looking to step up to leadership or lead within a new setting within our Year 2 team. This would be an ideal opportunity for anyone looking to take on a new role as a middle leader or gain further experience as a middle leader.

We are a highly inclusive, ambitious school with a strong commitment to ensuring that all children are valued and achieve the best they possibly can.

We are looking for someone who;

• is passionate about improving children’s learning and creating an exciting environment in which children thrive
• is a creative, hardworking practitioner, ideally with Infant experience
• has a clear understanding of effective teaching and learning
• is a highly inclusive practitioner and committed to raising standards for all children
• has high expectations of children’s learning and behaviour
• is willing to work as part of a team, as well as leading a team
• is a good communicator and team player who will take an active part in the life of the whole school.

We can offer:

• Dedicated PPA time (one day per fortnight) with other teachers within the year group
• Dedicated leadership time (up to one day per fortnight)
• A supportive, inclusive and welcoming environment to work in

Closing date for completed application forms: 11th November @ 9:00 am

Interviews will take place on 18th November 2026

As part of the interview, candidates will be asked to plan and deliver a short (20 minute) lesson which will be observed by the interview team. Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the office to arrange.

For more information about the interview process, or if you would like to visit the school prior to applying, please contact Christine Bhika by telephoning on [phone removed] or e-mailing [email removed]

Heathfield Schools’ Partnership (HSP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers work together to create an environment in which everyone feels safe. Safeguarding requires a continuing commitment from all staff and governors to ensure the safety and welfare of children is embedded in all of our processes and procedures. This position is subject to, but not exhaustive of: identity checks, employment history, relevant qualifications, a satisfactory fully enhanced DBS check and references being received. The school may choose to do online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence checks ahead of an interview.