Achievement Leader

About this Role William Austin Junior School is a large five form entry school, rated good by OFSTED, with well-behaved children who are eager to learn and succeed. Our staff team is supportive, hardworking, committed and have the pupils’ best interests at heart. We are well resourced and actively supported by parents and governors alike. About the job We are looking to appoint a talented Achievement Leader to take responsibility for a year group, with the post starting in January 2027.

You will be:

• a member of our senior leadership team as Achievement Leader
• an excellent class teacher, leading by example for teachers in your team
• accountable for leading, managing and improving standards across your year group
• responsible for the behaviour and pastoral care for pupils within your year group
• accountable for tracking and analysing pupil progress
• be an excellent teacher, who is enthusiastic and passionate about teaching
• have high expectations of yourself, your pupils and be committed to raising standards
• want to make a difference and be part of our strong leadership team
• be ambitious and ready to take on extra responsibility, or an experienced year leader wanting to develop your role in a different setting

We offer you:

• a friendly staff team who are dedicated to the children
• experienced and supportive senior leaders who will help you settle in
• a large team which you will be a valued part of
• well planned continuing professional development and support
• a positive and well-resourced working environment
• an annual golden day to be taken in term time
• access to the LA Employee Assistance Programme offering wellbeing and mental health support
• a school fleece, staff room refreshments, parking, access to school lunches
• TA support in all year groups

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to arrange a visit, or would like an opportunity to discuss this role informally, then please contact the head teacher, Jo Adams on 01582 572100 or visit our website www.william-austin.com for more information about our school. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Whilst we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses