KS1 Teacher; Leadership

Overview

KS1 Teacher – (Leadership Opportunity) Cheltenham

September 2026 Start

A progressive and welcoming primary school in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Key Stage 1 Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and skilled practitioner who is ready to extend their impact beyond the classroom and take on a leadership-focused role within a supportive school community.

This KS1 Teacher position is ideal for an experienced teacher (not suitable for ECTs) who is passionate about high-quality first teaching, early reading, and phonics, and who is keen to contribute to curriculum development, mentor colleagues, and support whole-school improvement.

The school places a strong emphasis on early literacy and phonics, including Read Write Inc. (RWI), and is committed to ensuring every child thrives academically and personally.

As a KS1 Teacher, you will:

• Deliver consistently high-quality teaching across the Key Stage 1 curriculum
• Lead or support phonics and early reading, including RWI
• Set high expectations to secure strong outcomes in reading, writing, and maths
• Support pupils with SEND and a range of learning needs
• Work closely with SLT and KS1 colleagues to drive improvement
• Take on additional leadership or subject responsibilities aligned with your strengths and experience

• Demonstrate strong, proven KS1 teaching practice
• Have excellent knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and phonics
• Be confident delivering and supporting Read Write Inc.
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils, families, and staff
• Show ambition to contribute to subject leadership, mentoring, or whole-school initiatives

• A friendly, ambitious primary school in Cheltenham
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• A collaborative and supportive staff team
• Salary paid on MPS/UPS

This KS1 Teacher (Leadership Opportunity) is perfect for an experienced teacher seeking the next step in their career, particularly within early reading and phonics, in a thriving Cheltenham school.

Apply now to begin the next stage of your teaching and leadership journey in Cheltenham from September 2026.