Early years Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an Early Years Lead Teacher for a one-form entry Catholic primary school in Angel. The role demands high-level EYFS experience coupled with strong leadership abilities. Responsibilities include leading EYFS provision and delivering high-quality teaching aligned with curriculum standards. The school features a nurturing ethos and offers professional development opportunities, making it an attractive environment for dedicated educators.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive leadership team

Warm community environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Proven track record of high-quality teaching and securing strong pupil outcomes.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EYFS provision and ensure high-quality teaching.
• Deliver outstanding classroom practice per EYFS curriculum.
• Support and mentor EYFS support staff.

Skills

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Early Years Lead Teacher - One-Form Entry Catholic Primary School (Angel)
Full-Time Permanent
Start Date: Immediate or September
QTS Required
Posted by Veritas Education

Veritas Education is seeking an exceptional Early Years Lead Teacher for a one-form entry Catholic primary school located in Angel. This role requires a highly skilled practitioner with extensive Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) experience and strong leadership capability. The school is well-regarded for its nurturing ethos, supportive staff team, and commitment to providing high-quality early education within a Catholic framework. (Applicants do not need to be practising Catholics.)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the EYFS provision, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across the phase.
• Deliver outstanding classroom practice in line with EYFS curriculum and school policies.
• Oversee planning, assessment, environment design, and continuous provision.
• Support and mentor EYFS support staff, promoting best practice across the setting.
• Collaborate effectively with the Senior Leadership Team and parents to support pupil progress and pastoral development.
• Uphold and contribute to the school's Catholic ethos and inclusive values.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential.
• Significant experience teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage, ideally with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching and securing strong pupil outcomes.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development, safeguarding, and curriculum expectations.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to full-time working and long-term school development.

What the School Offers:

• A warm, welcoming, and community-focused environment.
• Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• Small, one-form entry structure that allows for close collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you are an experienced Early Years practitioner ready to step into a leadership role-or an existing EYFS leader seeking a new challenge please submit your CV or call Veritas Education on (phone number removed) for more information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.