Early Years Phase Leader

Prospero Teaching; Merton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking an Early Years Phase Leader for an Ofsted Outstanding Primary school in Merton, South West London. The role focuses on leading the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, coordinating planning, assessment and staff management to ensure high standards across the phase.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have a minimum of 3 years' UK experience in Early Years or Primary teaching with leadership potential, and demonstrate strong safeguarding practice and

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent qualification required.
• Minimum of 3 years' UK EY/primary teaching experience.
• Leadership experience or potential in leading a team.
• Strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding training.
• Experience with SEN and EAL students.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and assessments.
• Manage and support EYFS staff and targets.
• Oversee behaviour and learning environment.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on improvements.

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

POSITION

Early Years Phase Leader

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Prospero Teaching is looking for an Early Years Phase Leader for an Ofsted Outstanding Primary school in Merton, South West London. This school is a diverse mainstream one-form entry school which has a supportive senior leadership team, is committed to continuous improvement and professional development for all staff. The school is dedicated to providing an engaging and nurturing environment for both children and staff.

This role is ideal for a qualified and experienced teacher with a passion for early childhood education, leadership, creating and maintain high standards across the Early Years phase. The school is looking for a leader who can inspire and support the Early Years team, ensuring that all children receive the best start in their educational journey. The position is temporary, with the potential for a permanent appointment depending on performance.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

Location - Merton, South West London

Position - Early Years Phase Leader

Type of work - Leadership role overseeing the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, including planning, assessment and staff management.

Contract start date - September 2026

Contract end date - July 2027 with a view to extend

Contract type - Full time Long term

Salary - MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Hours - 8:00am - 16:00pm : Mon - Fri (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• QTS or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Early Years or Primary teaching in the UK, with prior leadership experience or potential to step into a leadership role
• Proven experience in managing behaviour and fostering a nurturing, positive learning environment
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and best practices in Early Years education
• Experience working with children with SEN and EAL
• Up to date safeguarding training

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years

OTHER

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

PROSPERO TEACHING IS ABLE TO OFFER THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team