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Lead Teacher
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 41,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newham, Greater London
Expire in: 19 days
Job Description
Are you a confident educator with the ability to lead, inspire, and create real change?
We’re recruiting for a Lead Teacher on behalf of a specialist college for 14–19 year olds. This role offers a rare opportunity to combine impactful teaching with site leadership, shaping not only the learning experience but the environment and culture that support it.
This is the ideal next step for someone with a strong teaching background who is ready to lead a team, develop a curriculum, and ensure every learner has the opportunity to succeed.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for leading a specific college site, combining classroom teaching with leadership and operational responsibilities. You’ll oversee the education provision, support staff development, and help drive forward an ambitious, inclusive curriculum.
What to expect
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Teach 2 days a week — delivering Functional Skills (Maths/English) or another subject aligned with the curriculum.
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Lead for 3 days a week — managing a samll team of teachers and TA's staff, improving teaching standards, overseeing timetables, and driving performance.
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Build strong relationships with students and families to create a safe, trusting environment.
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Work closely with the programme manager and regional manager to monitor progress and raise outcomes.
What You’ll Bring
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QTS (or the willingness to work towards it).
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A Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification (or readiness to gain it).
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Proven experience working with young people who have complex needs and behaviours.
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Strong leadership and line management experience — including performance management, coaching, and setting clear goals.
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A sound understanding of how to personalise learning and manage behaviour positively and effectively.
Why This Role?
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Lead a passionate and committed team.
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Shape a site where students feel supported, challenged, and safe.
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Access professional development and leadership training.
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Be part of an organisation that values innovation, inclusion, and ambition.
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Make a measurable difference in the lives of young people who need it most.
For more information please reach out to Marianne at Gazelle RecrutimentBefore You Apply
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