About this role
We're seeking an inspiring EYFS Lead to drive excellence in early years education. This is a pivotal leadership role combining outstanding classroom practice with strategic responsibility for EYFS provision across the academy. Interviews will be done on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement a coherent, ambitious and inclusive EYFS curriculum aligned to Ark’s framework and statutory guidance
- Create a language-rich, stimulating learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence and purposeful play
- Promote strong outcomes across all areas of learning, including communication and language, early literacy and mathematics
- Line manage EYFS staff, including teachers and support staff, providing clear expectations, regular feedback and professional guidance
- Ensure statutory requirements, safeguarding expectations and health and safety standards are consistently met
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be qualified to degree level or above
- Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and right to work in the U.K.
- Have demonstrable commitment to raising attainment of all students in a challenging classroom environment
- Have knowledge of the national primary education system, the primary curriculum, particularly the English and maths programme
- Proven experience of high-impact teaching and learning in EYFS
- Strong understanding of child development, early language acquisition and play-based pedagogy
- Experience embedding strong routines, behaviour expectations and positive learning culture