Phase Leader

St Margaret’s Junior School is a very successful school located at the heart of the community within Rainham, Kent. The school has 365 children on roll from Year 3 to Year 6. The last Ofsted inspection in 2023 graded the school “good” and our last Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) concurred by awarding the school a grading of “good” as well. Together with three other local Church schools, we are part of the Medway Anglican Schools Trust.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and ambitious Phase Leader from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to take the next step into leadership. This person should have a positive attitude who passionate and dedicated in enabling all of our children to thrive. If you are qualified, enthusiastic and passionate about helping all children, supporting and encouraging them as they strive to achieve their goals and want to work in a well-resourced, we would love to hear from you.

Job Title: Phase Leader

Pay Range: MPS/UPS + TLR2 (weighted according to role size)

Responsible to: Headteacher / Senior Leader

Purpose of the Role

To lead a defined phase of the school, ensuring high-quality teaching, strong pupil outcomes, and consistent practice across the phase.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership of Staff

• Line manage and support teachers and support staff within the phase

• Contribute to appraisal and performance management

• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to improve teaching

2. Quality of Teaching

• Monitor teaching and learning across the phase

• Ensure consistency of expectations and practice

• Lead improvement in pedagogy and classroom practice

3. Pupil Outcomes

• Be accountable for pupil progress and attainment across the phase

• Analyse data and identify priorities for improvement

• Lead pupil progress discussions within the phase

4. Curriculum & Provision

• Ensure the curriculum is delivered consistently and effectively

• Support staff with planning and assessment

• Monitor provision for all groups of pupils

5. Contribution to Whole School

• Contribute to school improvement priorities

• Work with other leaders to ensure coherence across the school
• Lead a core subject (Maths or English)

Accountability

The Phase Leader is accountable for:

• Quality of teaching across the phase

• Pupil outcomes within the phase

• Staff performance and development within the phase

In return the school can offer you:

Dedicated, supportive and friendly staff and governors

Children who enjoy coming to school and are excited about their learning

Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development and learning from highly skilled colleagues

An attractive, well-resourced and maintained environment

Free places in our breakfast club

The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils within a caring school

Informal visits to the school are both welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01634 230998 to arrange an appointment for a school tour with the Headteacher, who can give you more details about what the role entails.

If you would like a snapshot view of what you can expect to find when you come for your visit please look at our school website St Margaret's Church of England Junior School - Home