Upper KS2 English Lead in Kensington
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,766.0 to £50,288.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 August 2025 |
| Location: | Kensington and Chelsea, London, W8 6TH |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4707437_1752502939 |
Summary
Start Date: September 2025
Full-Time | Permanent
MPS/UPS + TLR (depending on experience)
Are you an experienced and passionate Upper Key Stage 2 teacher with a flair for English and a desire to lead? A vibrant and inclusive primary school in the heart of Kensington is seeking a dynamic Upper KS2 Class Teacher to take on the additional responsibility of English Lead from September 2025.
About the Role:
- Full-time class teaching responsibility in Year 5 or Year 6
- Lead the development and delivery of the English curriculum across the school
- Drive high standards in reading, writing, and oracy
- Support colleagues through coaching, modelling, and CPD
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of English teaching and learning
What We're Looking For:
- A qualified teacher with QTS and proven Upper KS2 experience
- A strong track record of raising attainment in English
- Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for literacy
- Leadership experience or clear potential to lead a core subject
- A collaborative and reflective practitioner
In Return, the School Offers:
- A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
- Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who love learning
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A welcoming and inclusive school community in a fantastic central London location
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