Early Years Leader - Primary School

Protocol Education Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven primary school in Wallsend is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Leader to guide a dedicated team and enhance the learning experiences of young children. The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have leadership experience, and a passion for early childhood education. This position offers the chance to shape the early years provision in an inclusive school environment.

Benefits

Free access to Educator CPD Academy

Weekly pay through PAYE

Personalised consultant support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Early Years or Foundation Stage leadership role.
• A creative and reflective practitioner with a passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Early Years team to deliver exceptional provision.
• Design and deliver a play-based curriculum that meets EYFS goals.
• Create a warm, stimulating environment for children.

Skills

Leadership skills

Curriculum design

Communication skills

Creative teaching methods

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Early Years Leader – Wallsend, North Tyneside

This primary school in Wallsend, North Tyneside, is a welcoming, community-driven school where curiosity and kindness sit at the heart of learning. The school is proud of its inclusive ethos and creative curriculum, and the team is looking for an enthusiastic Early Years Leader who shares their belief that the best education begins with joy, exploration, and care.

This is a brilliant opportunity to lead a talented early years team and shape the next chapter of the school’s EYFS provision.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the Early Years team, supporting teachers, TAs, and nursery staff to deliver exceptional provision.
• Designing and delivering a play-based curriculum that meets EYFS goals while sparking imagination and independence.
• Creating a warm, stimulating environment where every child feels safe, curious, and confident to explore.
• Using observation and assessment tools to track progress and plan meaningful next steps.
• Working closely with parents and carers, building partnerships that celebrate every milestone.
• Collaborating with the SENCo and support staff to ensure inclusion and early intervention are central to practice.
• Championing high-quality early years education across the school, leading by example in pedagogy and practice.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in an Early Years or Foundation Stage leadership role.
• A creative, reflective practitioner who values curiosity, play, and progress in equal measure.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and support others.
• Confidence in curriculum design, continuous provision, and effective use of assessment.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and a belief that the early years lay the foundation for lifelong learning.

About the school

• A purpose-built Early Years unit with bright, well-equipped indoor and outdoor learning spaces.
• A leadership team who invest in staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• A close-knit school community with strong parental engagement and supportive governors.
• Forest School sessions, local community projects, and outdoor learning woven into the curriculum.
• Easy access via public transport, just minutes from Wallsend town centre and the Coast Road.

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Free access to our Educator CPD Academy, with accredited online courses to help you grow in your role.
• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies or hidden fees.
• Personalised consultant support and regular wellbeing check-ins.
• Clear communication, honest advice, and a supportive network that puts educators first.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

Ready to make your mark in early years education? Click Apply and join a school where every day begins with curiosity and ends with pride.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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