EYFS Lead

Smart Teachers; Stockley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TLR 2b £5,192

Job summary

Smart Teachers is seeking a passionate Reception Teacher and EYFS Lead to join a West Drayton primary school on a full-time maternity cover contract starting ASAP and lasting until July 2027. The role combines leading the Reception class with delivering high-quality EYFS provision and safeguarding responsibilities.

The successful candidate will drive EYFS development, foster inclusive practices, and collaborate with teammates to maintain outstanding teaching and learning across the Early Years

Qualifications

• Requires QTS and strong EYFS experience (preferably in Reception).
• Proven leadership experience in EYFS or ability to demonstrate leading an EYFS team.
• Solid understanding of EYFS framework, curriculum planning and assessments.
• Excellent classroom management and communication with pupils, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons for Reception pupils in line with the EYFS framework.
• Lead and coordinate EYFS provision, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and care.
• Oversee curriculum planning, assessment and monitoring of children's progress across the Early Years setting.
• Create a stimulating learning environment that supports children's communication, language, physical, social and emotional development.
• Use observations and assessments to identify individual needs and plan appropriate next steps.
• Support staff in developing effective EYFS practice and maintaining consistent approaches to teaching and learning.
• Promote inclusive practice and ensure all children receive appropriate support and opportunities to succeed.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, supporting a smooth transition between home, nursery and school.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures and statutory EYFS requirements are followed.
• Contribute to school improvement and the continued development of Early Years provision.

Skills

EYFS Leadership

Reception Teaching

Staff mentoring

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Reception Teacher and EYFS Lead to join a primary school in West Drayton on a full-time contract, starting as soon as possible and continuing until July 2027.

About the role

Location: West Drayton, West London
Contract: Full-time, maternity cover
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until July 2027
Salary: £34,514-£51,179 per annum, depending on experience, plus TLR 2b of £5,192

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) who can combine outstanding classroom practice with effective leadership. You will lead the Reception class while overseeing the development and delivery of EYFS provision, ensuring children receive an engaging, nurturing and high-quality early education.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting children's early development, promoting positive learning experiences and working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards across the EYFS setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons for Reception pupils in line with the EYFS framework.

• Lead and coordinate EYFS provision, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and care.

• Oversee curriculum planning, assessment and monitoring of children's progress across the Early Years setting.

• Create a stimulating learning environment that supports children's communication, language, physical, social and emotional development.

• Use observations and assessments to identify individual needs and plan appropriate next steps.

• Support staff in developing effective EYFS practice and maintaining consistent approaches to teaching and learning.

• Promote inclusive practice and ensure all children receive appropriate support and opportunities to succeed.

• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, supporting a smooth transition between home, nursery and school.

• Ensure safeguarding procedures and statutory EYFS requirements are followed.

• Contribute to school improvement and the continued development of Early Years provision.

About the school

The school is a welcoming Church of England primary school in West Drayton, committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive and supportive environment where children are encouraged to flourish. With an emphasis on developing the whole child, the school aims to foster curiosity, confidence, positive relationships and a love of learning from the earliest stages of education.

The successful candidate will join a school community that values high-quality teaching, strong relationships with families and a collaborative approach to helping every pupil achieve their potential.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of EYFS Lead you will:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has strong experience teaching within EYFS, ideally in a Reception class.
• Has previous leadership experience or the ability to demonstrate the skills required to lead an EYFS team.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework, curriculum planning and early childhood development.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Can motivate and support colleagues to deliver high-quality provision.
• Has strong communication skills and can build effective relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Years of previous experience

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