Phase Leader for Science, Design Technology and Food
Salary: Range L6 – L11 (£58,569 - £66,368 per annum)
Contract type: Full time and permanent
Line management: Assistant Headteacher
Responsible to: Executive Headteacher
We are incredibly excited to advertise the role of Phase Leader for Humanities. The role is a great opportunity for stepping into a leadership role with departmental responsibilities.
As a Phase Leader, you will lead the curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment of either Years 7 and 8, 9 and 10 or 11. Your leadership will extend beyond any single department, as you will oversee a number of subjects and be responsible for the line management of the teachers and support staff in your phase. From curriculum development to teaching and learning practices, you will lead by example, ensuring that our school remains at the forefront of educational excellence.
As a Phase Leader you will actively engage in school-wide quality assurance efforts, ensuring that rigorous standards are upheld across all areas. Your commitment to our students will be paramount, as you work diligently to create a nurturing and inclusive environment for them providing both curriculum and extra-curricular opportunities.
As a member of our extended leadership team, you will participate in strategic and operational meetings, contributing to decision-making processes and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
If you are interested in becoming a leader with a passion for excellence and a drive to inspire positive change for students, we would welcome your application.
Fullhurst Community College is an over-subscribed and multi-award-winning secondary school for 11-16-year-olds based across two impressive campuses in Braunstone, Leicestershire. Our school is dedicated to our local community, and we passionately believe in transforming the lives of young people from one of the most deprived communities in the UK by ensuring that every student has the very best life chances made available to them.
Further details about the role, including the full information pack and application form are available from the attachments section.
A cover letter detailing why you are a suitable candidate for the position should accompany your completed application.
As this is a unique role to our school we would encourage you to contact us about this role and also take up the opportunity to visit the school before you apply.
CLOSING DATE: 15th May 2026 at 9.00am