This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provision at our school and to become a member of the School Leadership Team. We are looking for an inspirational, ambitious teacher with a proven track record of raising standards who can contribute to and drive excellence in: teaching, learning, and the EYFS curriculum. As the EYFS Lead, you will play a key role in the experience of our youngest learners, ensuring every child has the opportunity to shine at the start of their learning journey.
In this role, you will be responsible for: the line management of a small, highly skilled team, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring excellent progress for all children in all areas and delivering quality, daily classroom practice. EYFS is a strength of our school, with results consistently above local and national averages. We are seeking a leader who can maintain and build upon these high standards.
The ideal candidate will:
1. Be an outstanding EYFS teacher with a focus on achieving excellent pupil attainment
2. Have a passion for inspiring students and a determination to achieve success
3. Have a sound knowledge of Early Excellence and the EYFSP (Early Years Foundation Stage Profile)
4. Have experience in managing and supporting others to develop their teaching practice
5. Have a proven track record of raising standards in an EYFS environment
6. Be experienced in using Tapestry to track and assess learning journeys
7. Be highly skilled in delivering numeracy and literacy
8. Be committed to developing our Church School ethos, rooted in Christian values
In return, you will receive:
9. Positive, happy pupils who have excellent attitudes to learning
10. Support from a talented and dedicated team of staff
11. A friendly, welcoming environment
12. A culture that encourages and nurtures professional development opportunities
Visits to the school are strongly recommended.
This post is not suitable for ECTs
Closing date: 12pm noon on the 14 March 2025
Interviews will be held on Thursday 3rd April 2025
As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure which includes us requesting references prior to interview and a DBS check.