Pioneer Learning Trust is a strong, primary based Multi Academy Trust, taking Chantry Primary Academy, Whitefield Primary Academy and Southfield Primary Academy forward together as a group. Within our Trust and in conjunction with our local School Partnership; we offer extensive training and networking opportunities with excellent career development paths. 

At Whitefield Primary Academy our tagline is 'Respecting others and being the best, we can be' and we do this through our values-based education. As as values-based school, our children are empowered to love learning and our school community is a happy, harmonious and engaging place where children feel secure. 

As part a Multi Academy Trust- The Pioneer Learning Trust- we work closely with our Trust partners to provide excellent opportunities for our children. 

If you are an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising standards and you are ready for middle leadership then this could be the opportunity you are looking for. 

If you want to make a difference to children's futures then Whitefield Primary Academy is the place for you.

We have a vacancy for a Phase Leader to inspire and motivate pupils and adults in one of our school age phases. 

The post holder will initially lead Lower KS2 (Years 3 and 4). You will have class teaching responsibility with regular allocated management time in addition to PPA time. 

Can you help us to make a difference in children's lives through positive engagement in learning? 

Phase  Leader required from September 2026

Are you: 

Committed to getting the best out of  your pupils? 

Keen to set high expectations and to support children to meet these? 

Able to recognise and value the diverse social and cultural needs of our children and communities? 

Able to support pupils in literacy and numeracy learning across the curriculum? 

In return we can offer a comprehensive CPD programme, with opportunities for career development across our Trust. Staff well-being is a priority for our team and we work closely with our staff to achieve a positive work/life balance. 

This includes a welcoming and friendly workplace and well-resourced working environment.

We also subscribe to 'Staff Treats', an employee benefits programme, which includes discounts with a number of retailers and hospitality outlets and membership of an employee assistance programme. 

Visits to tour our school sites are welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please contact  Megan Hankey- mhankey@whitefieldprimary.co.uk / 01582 596108 to arrange a visit. 

Applicants for this public- facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English. 

CVs will not be accepted fort any posts based in schools.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date if sufficient interest is received. 

If you are interested on the role, please do apply as soon as possible.