Harborne Primary School is seeking an ambitious, driven and highly skilled Lead Practitioner for Teaching and Learning to join our Senior Leadership Team at a pivotal moment in our school’s journey. As we move out of Special Measures and progress towards academy conversion, we are looking for a senior leader with the expertise, focus and determination to help drive the next phase of rapid and sustainable school improvement.

This is an exciting time to join our community. With 807 wonderful pupils across two vibrant sites, an embryonic senior leadership team, a committed and happy staff team, and a shared belief in the potential of every child.

 Harborne Primary offers a rewarding and purposeful environment in which to make a significant impact. We are looking for someone who will embrace the challenge, contribute to our culture of high expectations, and play a central role in shaping the future direction of the school.

In return, you will join a supportive, forward‑thinking Senior Leadership Team, benefit from strong professional development opportunities, and have the opportunity to influence whole‑school practice at a strategic level.

Core Purpose

The Lead Practitioner for Teaching and Learning will provide exceptional pedagogical leadership to secure rapid and sustained school improvement. The postholder will play a critical role in supporting the school to move out of Special Measures and in embedding the robust systems, processes and professional practices required to achieve a successful outcome at the next Ofsted inspection. This role carries significant whole‑school responsibility and requires a highly skilled practitioner with a proven track record of improving teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.