Executive Head Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain seeks an Executive Head Teacher to lead Washwood Heath Nursery School and Bordesley Green East Nursery School. This permanent, full-time role combines strategic leadership with day-to-day operational control across two sites.

You will shape ambitious EYFS delivery, foster inclusion and safeguarding, and build strong partnerships with governors, parents and the wider community to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership in early years settings.
• Deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Experience delivering inclusive practice and SEND provision.
• Focus on professional development for staff and leaders.
• Ability to work with multiple governing bodies across sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead Washwood Heath Nursery School and Bordesley Green East Nursery School as Executive Head Teacher.
• Shape and deliver a clear, ambitious vision for early years education across both schools.
• Balance strategic direction with operational excellence.
• Develop a culture of excellence, inclusion and innovation.
• Promote inclusive practice and provision for children with SEND.
• Ensure safeguarding and child welfare are upheld and that all staff share this commitment.
• Prioritise children's social, emotional and mental well-being.
• Foster play-based, child-centred learning and early intervention.
• Develop staff through effective staff development.
• Build collaborative relationships with staff, parents, governors and the wider community.

Skills

Strategic leadership

EYFS knowledge

SEND provision

Staff development

Governance liaison

Play-based learning

Job description

Executive Head Teacher leading two nursery schools, Washwood Heath Nursery School and Bordesley Green East Nursery School, on a permanent full-time basis. The work combines strategic vision with day-to-day operational control across early years provision, including EYFS delivery, inclusion, SEND and safeguarding. The post spans two sites answering to two governing bodies, so it suits a leader used to running more than one setting. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start is the summer term 2027 or as soon as notice allows.

What the job involves

• Lead Washwood Heath Nursery School and Bordesley Green East Nursery School as Executive Head Teacher
• Shape and deliver a clear, ambitious vision for early years education across both schools
• Balance strategic direction with operational excellence
• Build on existing success and develop a culture of excellence, inclusion and innovation
• Promote inclusive practice and provision for children with SEND
• Ensure safeguarding and child welfare are upheld and that all staff share this commitment
• Prioritise children's social, emotional and mental well-being
• Foster play-based, child-centred learning and early intervention
• Develop staff through effective staff development
• Build collaborative relationships with staff, parents, governors and the wider community

Skills & knowledge

• Clear and ambitious vision for early years education
• Strong strategic leadership and organisational skills
• Thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Knowledge of child development, early years pedagogy and staff development
• Strong understanding of SEND provision
• Fosters play-based learning and child-centred practice

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check with children's barred list information
• Verification of identity and qualifications
• Appropriate references
• Right to work in the UK
• Prohibition from teaching check and Section 128 direction check

Other

• Builds collaborative relationships with staff, parents, governors and the community
• Passion for early intervention and improving outcomes for all children
• Prioritises children's social, emotional and mental well-being
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare
• Promotes inclusive practice