Early Years Foundation Stage Coordinator

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Annual leave

Professional development budget

Leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced EYFS Coordinator for a premier international school in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will lead the foundation stage for ages 2–5, shape the curriculum, and support staff while ensuring high standards of care and learning.

You will oversee operations, monitor progress, and maintain strong home-school partnerships. The role requires leadership, English proficiency, and a passion for early childhood education within an internationally-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Recognized EYFS qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in early years education, with at least 2 years in a leadership or coordination role.
• In-depth knowledge of the EYFS framework and assessment methods.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in an international school setting is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in English is essential; additional languages are an asset.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced background checks.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the EYFS team with professional development and support.
• Developing, implementing, and reviewing the EYFS curriculum aligned with international best practices.
• Overseeing daily operations of the foundation stage including resources and safety.
• Monitoring student progress and wellbeing, addressing individual needs.
• Liaising with parents and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Ensuring compliance with educational regulations and school policies.
• Organizing EYFS events, parent workshops, and transition programs.
• Mentoring new teachers in the EYFS department.
• Upholding the school's vision, mission, and values in the foundation stage.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Staff management

Communication

Parent liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

EYFS qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded international school in **Pretoria**, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Coordinator to lead their foundation stage program. This leadership role involves overseeing the curriculum, staff, and educational experience for children aged 2-5 years, ensuring the highest standards of care and learning. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of EYFS frameworks, a passion for early childhood education, and proven leadership capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the educational journey of young learners in a vibrant and well-resourced school environment in **Pretoria**, contributing significantly to the school's reputation and its students' development.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the EYFS team, providing professional development and support.
• Developing, implementing, and reviewing the EYFS curriculum, ensuring alignment with international best practices.
• Overseeing the daily operations of the foundation stage, including resource management and child safety protocols.
• Monitoring student progress and well-being, ensuring individual needs are met.
• Liaising with parents, providing regular updates and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant educational regulations and school policies.
• Organizing and leading EYFS events, parent workshops, and transition programs.
• Mentoring and guiding new teachers joining the EYFS department.
• Upholding the school's vision, mission, and values throughout the foundation stage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Recognized EYFS qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early years education, with at least 2 years in a leadership or coordination role.
• In-depth knowledge of the EYFS framework and assessment methods.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in an international school setting is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in English is essential; additional languages are an asset.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced background checks.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate a team.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Generous annual leave and professional development budget.
• A leadership role within a prestigious educational institution in **Pretoria**.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the school group.