Early Years Leader

Job Advert: Early Years Leader
Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you have the skills and experience to lead a dynamic team in a primary school setting? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Leader to join our school community.

As the Early Years Leader, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational experiences of our youngest learners.

Responsibilities:
Teaching and Curriculum Development:

• Teach a class of children, ensuring planning, preparation, recording, assessment, and reporting meet their varying learning and social needs.
• Collaborate with team members to create a cohesive learning environment.
• Monitor the progress of pupils and report evaluated data to the headteacher.
• Ensure the requirements for the Early Years phase, including the arrangements of assessment, are met.

Leadership and Management:

• Develop a collaborative and co-operative approach as a reception team.
• Be aware of the pastoral and well-being needs of staff, pupils, and parents within the team and advise senior leaders of any concerns.
• Induct, support, and monitor new staff within EYFS.
• Regularly meet with staff within the EYFS, ensuring they are aware of expectations or changes in school policy and practice.
• Build relationships with local nurseries, ensuring a smooth transition into school.

Quality Assurance and Improvement:

• Be an exemplary classroom practitioner and use this practice to develop and support staff where necessary.
• Monitor and support the improvement of teaching in EYFS by challenging aspects of practice that need development or do not meet school policy.
• Coordinate or lead support and development opportunities for staff.
• Be responsible and accountable for pupil outcomes within EYFS, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place.
• Ensure the needs of all pupils within EYFS are met, including those with special needs, statements, or disadvantaged pupils.

Professional Development and Safeguarding:

• Take an active role in your own professional development.
• Uphold the school's robust safeguarding policy and processes.
• Contribute to the strategic development and direction of the school as a member of the School Leadership Team.

Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for child development and creating enriching experiences for children.
• QTS or PGCE qualification

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