EYFS Lead Practitioner

Glebeland Community Primary School; Beccles; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff training

Wellbeing support

Career progression

CPD

Job summary

Glebeland Community Primary School in Beccles is seeking an experienced EYFS Lead Practitioner to oversee the EYFS phase with a strong focus on planning, assessment and staff leadership.

You will lead a class, support staff, and work closely with families to provide cohesive early years learning while upholding safeguarding and GDPR standards in a friendly, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant EYFS Level 5 qualification (desirably Level 6).
• Ability to develop plans and work on own initiative.
• Experience leading a class and directing support staff.
• Understanding of the early years framework and legal requirements.
• Strong communication with children and adults, written and verbal.
• Experience with children aged 2-5 and supporting diverse abilities.
• Ability to assess and report on pupil progress.
• Commitment to working in partnership with families.
• Willingness to contribute to overall school operations and wellbeing.
• Inspire children with a joyful approach to learning; strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a class and direct support staff within the EYFS phase.
• Take responsibility for pupil assessments and reporting.
• Collaborate with families to support cohesive learning.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the school and safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Class leadership

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

GDPR compliance

SEND support

Organisational skills

Education

EYFS Level 5 qualification (Level 6 preferred)

Job description

Part of the Consortium Trust

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Email: [e-mail]

Website: https://www.glebelandprimaryschool.org.uk/

• Salary: £31,913- £34,813FTE
• Permanent
• Full Time
• 37.5 hours per week
• Term Time + 1 week
• Required from 4th January 2027 preferably, or Monday 12th April 2027

Details:

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, dedicated, friendly, and professional EYFS Lead Practitioner who can work effectively across the EYFS phase.

Requirements: We are looking for an EYFS Practitioner who:

• Has a full and relevant EYFS Level 5 qualification (desirably Level 6)
• Can develop plans and work on their own initiative
• Can lead a class and direct support staff
• Has an understanding of the early years framework and legal requirements
• Can communicate clearly with children and adults, both verbally and in writing
• Has experience of working with children aged 2-5 years old
• Can support a range of abilities, including pupils with SEND
• Can take responsibility for pupil assessments and reporting
• Believes in building strong partnerships with families to provide cohesive learning for children
• Has a willingness to contribute to the general smooth running of our school
• Has the commitment and ability to inspire children and their joy of learning
• Has excellent interpersonal, management, and organisational skills
• Can adhere to policies and procedures, follow GDPR guidelines, and maintain confidentiality
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding processes and procedures

We can offer:

• Full support and training from a wider team
• Wide range of staff benefits
• Extensive Wellbeing support package
• Opportunity for career progression within the Trust
• Personalised performance management
• Bespoke package of CPD

The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.