Primary School Teacher - EYFS Lead

Teaching Jobs; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier educational institution in England is seeking an experienced EYFS Lead Teacher to enhance learning standards and lead curriculum development. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of EYFS experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children. This role is critical in shaping young learners' experiences and involves collaboration with staff, families, and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years EYFS teaching experience required.
• Experience leading others in an educational setting.
• Ability to analyse data and plan effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the EYFS curriculum.
• Plan and deliver lessons tailored to all learners.
• Monitor teaching quality and learning outcomes.

Skills

QTS and degree

EYFS teaching experience (3+ years)

Leadership experience

Strong knowledge of EYFS statutory framework

Communication skills

ICT skills

Education

QTS

Degree

Job description

Job Title: EYFS Lead Teacher

Main Purpose of the Role: To raise standards of learning and teaching in the EYFS, lead curriculum development, and support staff and pupils to achieve the best outcomes. The EYFS Lead is a member of the school's leadership team and plays a key role in strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management: Lead, manage, and develop the EYFS curriculum.
• Enhance and support the practice of all EYFS staff.
• Use data to inform curriculum decisions and track pupil progress.
• Liaise with KS1 staff to ensure continuity and progression.
• Collaborate with external agencies related to EYFS provision.
• Monitor teaching quality, learning outcomes, and resource use.
• Organise staff meetings and INSET training.
• Contribute to school policies and the Academy Development Plan.
• Teaching & Learning: Be an excellent classroom practitioner with at least 3 years EYFS experience.
• Plan and deliver lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and discipline.
• Undertake high-quality observations and assessments.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and well-organised learning environment.
• Staff Development: Lead, support, and challenge EYFS staff.
• Model best practices and high-quality EYFS provision.
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Parental Engagement: Provide information to parents/carers to encourage involvement.
• Foster strong relationships with families to support pupil development.

Person Specification

Essential: QTS and a degree, minimum 3 years EYFS teaching experience, experience leading others, strong knowledge of EYFS statutory framework and Development Matters, ability to analyse data, plan effectively, and differentiate teaching, excellent communication and ICT skills, commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Desirable: Experience in KS1 or with children under 3, experience working with EAL, SEN, and disadvantaged pupils, understanding of assessment for learning and play-based pedagogy.

Personal Qualities: Passionate, resilient, and energetic, calm, friendly, and approachable, organised, self-motivated, and solution-focused, committed to equality and continuous improvement, sense of humour and team spirit.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Joshua McGill at [e-mail] or 07834 863143.

Veritas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference vetting.

• 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.

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.