KS1 Teacher (English Lead)

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference Bolton_1761289610

Closing date November 23, 2025

Location Wigan, United Kingdom. Bolton, United Kingdom

Type Full-Time

Status Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor +64 273124286 rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

KS1 English Subject Lead

Location: Bolton Salary: MPS - UPS depending on experience.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Key Stage 1 teacher to take on the role of English Subject Lead. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to lead and develop the English curriculum across KS1, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, and fostering a love of reading and writing in our pupils.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver high-quality, engaging English lessons in line with the KS1 National Curriculum.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and support colleagues in developing their own teaching.
• Use assessment data effectively to plan and deliver targeted interventions and ensure progress for all learners.

Subject Leadership

• Lead the strategic development of English across KS1, including phonics, reading, writing, and spoken language.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of English provision, including lesson observations, book looks, and pupil voice.
• Develop and implement a clear action plan for English, aligned with whole-school priorities.
• Support staff with planning, resources, and CPD to raise standards in English teaching and learning.

Curriculum & Assessment

• Ensure the English curriculum is broad, balanced, inclusive, and meets the needs of all learners.
• Oversee the implementation of a consistent phonics programme (e.g. Read Write Inc., Little Wandle).
• Track pupil progress in English and report to SLT on attainment, progress, and areas for development.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience teaching in Key Stage 1
• Strong knowledge of the KS1 English curriculum and phonics
• Excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all learners
• Ability to lead, inspire, and support colleagues

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a subject leadership role
• Experience with phonics leadership or training
• Evidence of recent CPD in English or leadership (e.g. NPQML)
• Experience working with external partners (e.g. English Hubs, local authorities)

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic primary school teacher with QTS and would like to join our supportive community in Bolton, we would love to hear from you.

Send your CV to: Joshua McGill - jmcgill@veritas-education.com

Safeguarding Statement

Veritas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference vetting. This post is exclusively managed by Veritas.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'