EYFS Lead Practitioner

Glebeland Community Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Job Finder is seeking an experienced EYFS Lead Practitioner to lead across the EYFS phase and work with a supportive, professional team. You will guide a class, supervise early years staff, and design engaging activities for children aged 2–5 while maintaining the highest safeguarding standards.

The role requires an EYFS Level 5 qualification (Level 6 desirable), excellent communication with children and adults, and a commitment to building strong family partnerships.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full EYFS Level 5 qualification (Level 6 desirable).
• Ability to plan independently and lead a class.
• Experience in 2-5 age range and SEND support.
• Strong knowledge of the early years framework and safeguarding.
• Clear verbal and written communication with children and adults.
• Ability to assess and report pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead a class and supervise support staff.
• Develop and implement EYFS plans.
• Monitor pupil assessments and reporting.
• Foster strong partnerships with families.
• Ensure compliance with policies, GDPR and safeguarding.

Skills

Classroom management

Leadership

Communication

SEND knowledge

Assessment reporting

Family partnerships

GDPR & confidentiality

Safeguarding knowledge

Policies & procedures

Initiative

Education

EYFS Level 5 qualification

Job description

Job Description & Personal Specification

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
• 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.