Early Years Phase Lead

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive multi-academy company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Early Years Phase Leader to lead Nursery and Reception provision. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and significant experience in Early Years education, as well as a proven track record in leadership. This full-time role offers a competitive pay scale and benefits, including health and well-being support, and access to professional qualifications.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing employee assistance programme

Family friendly policies

Excellent pension scheme

Access to professional qualifications and training

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and significant experience in Early Years education.
• Proven track record of impactful leadership within an EYFS setting required.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Early Years team, ensuring high standards.
• Model outstanding practice and mentor colleagues.
• Lead curriculum planning and ensure engaging learning experiences.
• Monitor pupil progress and use data to inform improvements.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders and external agencies.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in Early Years education

Leadership in EYFS setting

Understanding of EYFS curriculum

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Early Years Phase Leader

Required for April 2026 (or sooner)

Full-time

Teacher Main PayScale M1-M6 £32,916 - £45352 pa & TLR2

Our Lady of the Magnificat MAC are seeking to appoint an experienced and inspirational Early Years Phase Leader to lead our Nursery and Reception Provision. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to shape the vision and drive excellence across the Early Years Foundation Stage. This role will be based at St. Peter’s Catholic First School Bromsgrove.This is a full-time position, working 5 days per week plus INSET days.

The successful candidate will:

• have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) andsignificant experiencein Early Years education
• have a proventrack recordofimpactful leadershipwithin an EYFS setting
• have a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development
• have excellent communication,organisational, and interpersonal skills
• be a visionary leader with a passion for inspiring young learners and empowering staff.

As Early Years Phase Leader, you will:

• provide strategic leadershipfor the Early Years team, ensuringhigh standardsof teaching, learning, and assessment
• model outstanding practiceand mentor colleagues to develop their skills and confidence
• lead curriculum planning and innovation, ensuring a rich, engaging, and inclusive learning experience for all children
• monitor and evaluate pupilprogress,using data to inform improvement strategies
• work collaboratively with senior leaders, parents, and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for every child
• champion earlyyearspedagogyand contribute to whole-school development priorities.
• be supportive of the Catholic Ethos of our school

As we strive to become an employer of choice, not only will you be joining a progressive multi-academy company, you will also receive a competitive benefits package, which as well as salary includes:

• Health & Wellbeing employee assistance programme
• Family friendly policies
• Access to an excellent pension scheme
• Access to professional qualifications and training

Please complete an application form and consent for references form, both to be returned on My New Term by the close date.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141066/EDV-2025-SPCFS-30465

Closing date: 09:00 on Monday 12th January 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 21st January 2026

Some of our roles attract a high level of interest and for this reason we review applications as they are received, therefore on occasions this means roles may close earlier than advertised; so early applications are highly recommended.

We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to achieving our core mission, therefore we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and therefore will make reasonable adjustments required for interview. Please discuss any requirements you may have with us.

St Peter's Catholic First School is part of Our Lady of the Magnificat Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant a childcare disqualification check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.