Class Teacher, KS1 and Phonics Lead

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Main Scale - Upper Pay Scale, £34,069 - £52,835

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher looking to take on the role of Key Stage 1 and Phonics Lead at Horfield Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner who is passionate about early education and committed to ensuring every child develops the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed.

As a key leader within the school, you will drive excellence in teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 while leading the development of phonics and early reading. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to raise standards, support best practice and ensure that all pupils achieve their full potential.

If you are an inspiring teacher with strong classroom practice, expertise in phonics and a desire to make a lasting impact on children's learning, we would love to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a welcoming and ambitious school community where staff are supported to develop professionally and where every child is encouraged to thrive.

This post is ideal for someone looking to make their mark on their way to a Deputy / Assistant Headteacher role and beyond!

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high quality teaching and learning that enables all pupils to make excellent progress and achieve their full potential.
• Lead the strategic development of Key Stage 1, promoting consistently high standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.
• Develop and drive the effective implementation of the school's phonics programme, ensuring strong outcomes in early reading across the school.
• Monitor pupil attainment and progress, using assessment information to identify priorities and implement targeted interventions.
• Support, coach and develop colleagues to enhance classroom practice and improve outcomes for all learners.
• Promote a positive, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where every child feels valued, supported and challenged.
• Work closely with senior leaders to contribute to school improvement planning and the achievement of whole-school priorities.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed and engaged in their children's learning and development.
• Lead by example as an outstanding classroom practitioner, modelling effective teaching and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Contribute fully to the wider life of the school, supporting extracurricular activities, school events and the school's vision and values.

We can offer you:

• A welcoming and collaborative Trust.
• The opportunity to work across a diverse group of schools.
• A highly supportive central team committed to continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to influence people strategy across the Trust.
• Outstanding CPD and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• 24-hour confidential helpline and counselling.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and launching in October 2026 an Electric Car Scheme .
• Discount retail platform with access to hundreds of discounts and Blue Light Card eligibility.

The Trust

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. From September 2026 there will be 33 schools in the Trust.

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools.

We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust: Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home

Closing Date: Thursday 1st October 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 5th October 2026

Early applications are encouraged. The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the School be able to identify an appropriate candidate.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing this recruitment campaign directly and will not accept unsolicited CVs or agency terms.

A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the Trust website.

We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.