Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

Teaching Vacancies; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Barnsley is seeking an exceptional Early Years Foundation Stage teacher to lead its nursery and reception classes. The role includes strategic development of the EYFS unit, fostering a nurturing and collaborative environment for staff and pupils. Candidates should have Qualified Teacher Status and passion for early childhood education. This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in children's earliest learning experiences.

Benefits

Strong culture of professional development

Supportive school community

Excellent resources

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Foundation Stage teacher.
• Committed to nurturing every child and supporting their personal development.
• Experience in leading and developing early years education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of our EYFS, ensuring high standards.
• Inspire, support and develop a collaborative and caring team.
• Build partnerships with parents and colleagues.

Skills

Energy

Creativity

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) teacher, ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the passion and vision to lead an excellent EYFS Unit?

Ladywood Primary School is seeking an exceptional early years practitioner to lead our thriving EYFS provision. This exciting role covers both Nursery (F1) and Reception (F2), providing the opportunity to make a real impact on children’s earliest learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of our EYFS, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning.
• Bring energy, creativity and expertise in Early Years education.
• Be committed to nurturing every child and supporting their personal development.
• Inspire, support and develop a collaborative and caring team.
• Build strong, positive partnerships with parents, feeder settings, colleagues and our wider academy trust.

What the school offers

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Excellent resources and a rich learning environment
• A strong culture of professional development and career growth
• High expectations underpinned by care, respect and inclusion
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference as part of the Every Child Matters Trust, where we are committed to life-long learning and improving the life chances of every child

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

• Childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• Medical
• Online and social media prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• Satisfactory references
• Suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.