Early Years Leader: Build a Strong EYFS

The Methodist Church in Britain; Birtley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative planning

Lead Teacher support

Leadership development

Welcoming environment

Church links

Job summary

St Alban's Catholic Academy is seeking a Pre-School Leader to lead and manage its early years provision within the Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust. The role involves planning, assessment, and day-to-day contact with parents and external agencies, with opportunity to build EY provision from the start.

The post requires an NVQ Level 3 in Early Years or equivalent, and visa sponsorship is not available. Experience leading a setting is preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• Leads and manages the early years provision.
• Implements EYFS welfare policy and procedures.
• Involves planning, assessment, recording and reporting.
• Provides a safe and secure learning environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the early years education provision.
• Implement policies and procedures that meet the EYFS welfare requirement.
• Take part in planning, assessment, recording and reporting in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
• Provide a safe and secure learning environment for children.
• Set expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge every child.
• Liaise with parents day to day on children's welfare, learning and development.
• Work alongside outside agencies.
• Support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Assessment

Parent liaison

EYFS knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Childcare & Education or equivalent

Job description

St Alban's Catholic Academy is seeking a Pre-School Leader to lead and manage its early years provision within the Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust. The role involves planning, assessment, and day-to-day contact with parents and external agencies, with opportunity to build EY provision from the start.

The post requires an NVQ Level 3 in Early Years or equivalent, and visa sponsorship is not available. Experience leading a setting is preferred but not essential.