Primary Teacher (Reading and Transition)
Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK
Salary: MPS / UPS + TLR2B
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Secondary
Job Roles: Head Of Department or Curriculum
Working Patterns: Full-Time
Application Deadline: Sunday, 19th April 2026
About Our Client
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) has a capacity of 1200 in the lower school and also has a developing sixth form provision. The sixth form has enjoyed strong progress in both academic and applied courses and has destinations data that shows NEETs significantly lower than the national picture.
All our client’s, Aldridge, schools place enterprise and an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of their ethos. In addition, DACA has a strong record of promoting cultural capital through its Technology and Creative Arts departments, where competition, visits and visitors are a regular part of student experience and support the development of cultural capital. DACA is very much a community school with a truly comprehensive intake.
Sitting above the national average, 33% of its cohort are designated as being in the pupil premium category and DACA works hard to support all students to achieve strong engagement and strong outcomes. With a strong focus on their four key improvement levers around culture, coaching, curriculum and data-informed instruction, the DACA team are building towards a consistent provision that supports great progress for all students.
About The Role
Primary Teacher (Transition and Reading) – Transform Futures at Secondary Level!
Are you a passionate Primary Teacher who believes that every child deserves a strong start to their secondary education?
Our client is seeking an exceptional Practitioner to join their team within a secondary school setting, with a clear and powerful mission – to ensure that their most vulnerable students arrive in Year 7 ready to thrive.
This is a unique and rewarding role, perfectly suited to a primary specialist who understands the critical importance of curriculum readiness, phonics, and reading development and who wants to apply that expertise where it can have the greatest impact.
You will work at the vital intersection between Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, supporting students who require additional help to access the secondary curriculum.
Your Work Will Focus On:
- Delivering high-quality phonics and reading interventions for students with gaps in literacy.
- Building fluency, comprehension, and confidence to unlock learning across the curriculum.
- Supporting curriculum readiness, ensuring students are equipped with the foundational knowledge and habits needed for success in secondary school.
- Leading and shaping a robust transition programme for vulnerable learners, including those with SEND or who are disadvantaged.
- Working closely with subject Teachers, pastoral teams, and feeder primaries to ensure a joined-up, seamless transition experience.
Who They’re Looking For:
- A skilled and committed Primary Practitioner, with strong knowledge of early reading and phonics (e.g. SSP approaches).
- Someone who understands how to diagnose gaps and deliver precise, impactful intervention.
- A professional who is passionate about inclusion and social mobility, particularly for vulnerable learners.
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited by the opportunity to shape provision across phases.
They welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.
Benefits
Join the Aldridge Education Family!
Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:
- Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with their bike-friendly benefits.
- Employee Assistance Programme – Your wellbeing matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
- Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
- Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, they’ve got your spot covered.
- Generous Annual Leave – Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
- Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!
When you click apply you will be taken to our client’s careers page where you can complete your application.
