Year group leader (Primary)

• Salary: per annum amazing benefits and working enviroment
• Contract:Full time permanent
• Start date:1 September 2026(new starter induction day)

We are looking for a new Year Group Leader to lead one of ouryear groups in primary (initially this will be in key stage 2).Thiswill involve leading a team ofteachers and teaching assistants working across 4 or 5 addition to teaching your class you willbe responsible fordeveloping an exciting learning journey forthe year group includingleading on the weeklyplanningandorganising events and addition you will be leading your team helping them grow and working closely with parents.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced and highly effective classroom practitioner ready to lead a year group with visionwarmthand ambition. Working closely with the Assistant Head and Senior Leadership Team the successful candidate will drive excellence in teaching and learning lead curriculum planning and enrichmentmonitorpupil progress and championhigh standardsacross the year group. As a key middle leader you will line manage and develop teachers and teaching assistants support appraisal and professional growth lead on pastoral care and behaviour and build strong constructive partnerships with parents. You will playa central rolein shaping the strategic direction of the Primary School while ensuring a consistentcreativeand inspiring experience for every child.

We are looking for a well-qualified teacher with a strong educational background and a proventrack recordof excellent classroom practice. You will bring experience ofcontributing tostaff development line managing colleagues and successfully leading a subject or key initiative. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills you will be confident in coaching others through observation and constructivefeedback andcommitted to fostering a culture ofhigh expectationsand collaboration. A sound knowledge of current educational developments assessment practice and high-quality primary pedagogy is essential alongside a genuine commitment to safeguarding equal opportunities and the wellbeing of every return we offer the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinkingsupportiveand ambitious school community.

GSAL Primary

The Grammar School at Leeds primary school welcomes children from 2-11 and is based in its own building on the main school site. We havepurpose builtfacilities including performance spaces music rooms art foodtechnologyand science rooms surrounded by playgrounds and extensive playing fields. We deliver outstanding pastoral and learning opportunities to enable every child to be kind be brave and grow a little every day which are our core primary values.

In the primary phase the national curriculum is not rigidlyfollowed butis incorporated into the schools scheme of work. Children are offered a wide range of extracurricular activities including musicsportand drama.

In return we offer the chance to work with committed enthusiastic children in facilities unrivalled in the north of England and as part of a high achieving and professional team.

Why GSAL

The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is one of the leading schools in the north and traces its history back to 1552. In the last five years GSAL Senior School has twice been named North Independent School of the Year and North Independent School of the Decade in the Sunday Times Parent Power League Table.

At GSAL we are committed to the professional development of our staff. There are several opportunities for staff to learn and grow including fortnightly teaching and learning breakfasts (whole school) half termly teaching and learning lunches (primary) the annual teaching and learning conference and a range of apprenticeship schemes.

Benefits

We value our colleagues and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Enhanced school holidays (approximately 16 weeks)
• Significant discount on school fees
• Enhanced generous PPA time with most meetings held within the school day
• Subsidised childcare during INSET days (ages311)
• Defined Contribution pension scheme through Aviva (0% employee contribution 21% employer contribution plus 4x salary life insurance)
• Training and CPD including INSET days
• Three-course colleague lunches for 2.40 plus free teacoffeeand hot chocolate
• 24/7 online GP access for you and your family via Health Hero
• Employee Assistance Programme throughPerkbox including24/7 advice line and freein person or onlinecounsellingsessions
• Discounts throughPerkbox teacher discounts and Extras
• Scenic lunchtime walking routes across the 140-acre site
• Onsite gym and swimming pool plusfreefitness classes (Pilates meditation kettlebells spinning and bootcamps)
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Access to the schools extensive library facilities
• Generous leave of absence schemeand family friendly policies
• Opportunities to be involved in extracurricular activities wellbeinginitiativesand community events

How toapply

Complete the online GSAL application form. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application. For any inquiries about the vacancy feel free to contact

More information about the role and responsibilities are contained in the job description and person specification attached in the documents section on our website advert. Please note we cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest. A tour is provided as part of the interviewing process.

The closing date for applications is:08:00Tuesday28April2026

Interview date:Longlist interviews(viaTeams)30April2026 shortlist interviews5 May2026

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