EYFS Phase Leader & Class Teacher

EYFS Phase Leader & Class Teacher

EARLY YEARS PHASE LEADER AND CLASS TEACHER

Position Type: EYFS Phase Leader

Pay Range: Outer London Main & Upper pay scale+ TLR 2a. UPS

Position Start Date: January 2025

Contract Type: Full-time

Contract Term: Permanent

We are looking for a good/outstanding classroom practitioner with experience of teaching EYFS in a school, who may already have some leadership experience, or someone who is ready to take the next step in their career to become our EYFS Phase Leader. As an EYFS Phase Leader , you will be someone who is highly driven and motivated, has an eye for detail, and can work flexibly and creatively. We are seeking an inspirational EYFS Phase Leader who is passionate about young children's education and has high expectation for all pupils.

We are a 'Good' 2 form entry primary school with outstanding provision in the Early Years.

About the role

As a member of the School's Extended Leadership Team and EYFS Phase Leader, you will be responsible for the quality of teaching and learning across EYFS. An excellent grasp of leading phonics will be an advantage. A large part of the EYFS Phase Leader will include coaching and mentoring staff within the phase to ensure that teaching and learning is at least good or outstanding.

The EYFS Phase Leader post will be a class-based role with non-contact time, in addition to PPA, provided to allow leadership responsibilities to be fulfilled. Ultimately, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Early Years phase.

The successful candidate will have:

• The motivation to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence
• Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills as well as the ability to inspire and challenge colleagues
• Proven experience as an effective good and outstanding classroom teacher
• Experience of working with EYFS/reception aged children in a school setting
• Have the ability to lead aspects of school improvement and ensure that all children are given opportunities to excel
• Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour

In return we can offer:

• A great working environment with lovely, friendly children who enjoy coming to school;
• A well planned, exciting, creative curriculum;
• A great team of hard-working, dedicated and supportive staff and governors;
• A school that is committed to high expectations for all;
• A well-resourced school with great facilities
• A fantastic outside area
• A firm commitment to you and your professional development
• Friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking colleagues, staff and Governors
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference

If, as an EYFS Phase Leader, you have the desire and drive to ensure children achieve their best we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note that as a school, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time for the role of EYFS Phase Lead. All EYFS Phase Lead applicants must have a Qualified Teacher Status awarded by the British Department of Education.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this EYFS Phase Lead opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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