About the Role
Reports to: Principal
Location: White City, West London
Contract: Permanent, Full time
We’re seeking an inspiring EYFS Lead to drive excellence in early years education. This is a pivotal leadership role combining outstanding classroom practice with strategic responsibility for EYFS provision across the academy. Interviews will be done on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement a coherent, ambitious and inclusive EYFS curriculum aligned to Ark’s framework and statutory guidance
- Create a language-rich, stimulating learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence and purposeful play
- Promote strong outcomes across all areas of learning, including communication and language, early literacy and mathematics
- Line manage EYFS staff, including teachers and support staff, providing clear expectations, regular feedback and professional guidance
- Ensure statutory requirements, safeguarding expectations and health and safety standards are consistently met
Knowledge & Skills
- Demonstrable commitment to raising attainment of all students in a challenging classroom environment
- Knowledge of the national primary education system, the primary curriculum, particularly the English and maths programme
- Proven experience of high-impact teaching and learning in EYFS
- Strong understanding of child development, early language acquisition and play-based pedagogy
- Experience embedding strong routines, behaviour expectations and positive learning culture
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