Primary Phase Lead

We are seeking a Primary Phase Leader to join our team at Hopescourt School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

The Primary Phase Leader will be Responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the phase, ensuring equity of opportunity for all, achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. The Phase Leader will be a crucial member of the extended leadership team and will work collaboratively with colleagues to build a cohesive and effective team, ensuring consistent practice that supports pupil progress, wellbeing and motivation. All teachers are expected to uphold the professional duties and responsibilities outlined in the Teachers’ Standards and the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

At Bourne Education Trust we will always seek to reward excellence with opportunity and offer career pathways for colleagues seeking professional development. As a growing school with increasing opportunities Hopescourt is the perfect place to begin and progress your journey within BET. 

About Hopescourt School

Hopescourt School is a new all-through specialist school in Walton-on-Thames for children aged 4 - 19 and will be Surrey’s first net carbon zero in operation free school. When full, the school will offer 200 additional specialist school places for autistic children and children who have communication and interaction needs, working at broadly age-related expectations. The school will be one form entry in primary, two-form entry in secondary, and one form entry in the 6th form.

From 1st September 2024, we will open in temporary accommodation on the former Hurst Park school site in West Molesey, and have 77 children in the school across years 7 to 10. Our permanent building on Waterside Drive (opposite Heathside Walton School) is due to be completed in Spring 2026 and our growth plan from September 2026 onwards includes new cohorts of children into Reception and Year 7 annually, as well as a temporary intake into Year 3 until 2028. Hopescourt School’s vision and values align directly with Surrey County Council’s All Age Autism strategy and will meet a need for specialist school places in the local education market.

Details

Job title: Primary Phase Leader

Location: West Molesey

Contract: Full time, permanent

Start Date: 1^st September 2025

Salary: Teachers Main to Upper Payscale (Fringe - £37,141-£50,471 plus SEN Point and TLR)

Responsible to: Headteacher

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through TPS (Employer contribution 28.68%)
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop the curriculum, schemes of work and assessment across the phase.
• Take responsibility for the strategic overview of the phase including managing the consultation process for places within the Primary Phase.
• Ensure excellent standards of teaching and learning across the phase.
• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school, raising any concerns by following the relevant policies and procedures.

Requirements include:

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.
• An ability to build and guide a team who strive for the best possible provision for every child.
• To have completed/ be prepared to complete NPQML or SENCO qualification.

Desirable

• Experience of teaching in relevant Key Stage and/or subject area

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to access our applicant information pack and complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.