TEAM LEADER UKS2

Location

RYELANDS PRIMARY AND NURSERY SCHOOL
Torrisholme Road , Lancaster , Lancashire , LA1 2RJ
Tel: 01524 64626
School website: www.ryelands.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 400

Information

The Governors of Ryelands Primary and Nursery School are looking to appoint a Team Leader to complement our leadership team, with the same drive and commitment to raising standards, to providing the very best provision for pupils and with a real desire to make a difference. We wish to appoint an experienced and outstanding teacher who can lead by example and improve outcomes for all pupils within the phase, with focus and care for the children, the staff and the school community.

We are looking for a Team Leader who will:

lead the UKS2 phase and report to the Headteacher and Governors;

be an outstanding KS2 teacher, setting an excellent example of effective and inspiring teaching;

ensure policies and procedures within the phase are followed, including the Behaviour Policy;

work with the Deputy Headteacher to manage assessment in UKS2;

appraise and support colleagues in the phase to improve their practice and to ensure good outcomes for all pupils.

Ryelands is a happy and forward-thinking primary school serving the Ryelands community. There are 65% pupils entitled to PPG. Our expectations are high, pupils and staff are highly valued; this is reflected in our ethos, learning environment and in all we do. There are 400 children in school; Ryelands is a two-form entry with a nursery taking pupils from the age of two.

This is a full-time, permanent position in KS2.

The successful candidate will:

have experience of working with children in Upper Key Stage 2 with evidence of outstanding teaching;

have a thorough knowledge of the KS2 curriculum and assessment arrangements;

demonstrate an excellent understanding of behaviour management;

be someone who wants to make a positive difference to the lives of our pupils;

be a team player, able to invest and build successful relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents / carers.

We can offer you:

A highly supportive governing body who are fully committed to the ongoing development of our school 

A fantastic, supportive and dedicated staff team to work alongside

Wonderful children who you can really make a difference to

Relevant CPD and guidance from a highly experienced and effective senior leadership team

A friendly, happy and welcoming school ethos and environment

Please refer to the attached letter, job description and person specification for more detailed information about the post.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Closing date: Friday 19th April, 12 noon

More Information can be found at http://www.ryelands.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

See attached Person Specification

Essential Experience

See attached Person Specification

Proposed Interview Date:

02/05/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Headteacher Mrs Linda Pye on 01524 64626

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Complete the attached application. Please send completed applications to Bev Jenkins via email b.jenkins@ryelands.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.