Early Years Foundation Stage Lead

Join Our Team as Early Years Foundation Lead at Whitleigh Community Primary School!

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a real difference in children's lives? If so, we want you to be part of our vibrant and inclusive learning community!

Whitleigh Community Primary School is on a mission to empower every child, celebrating diversity and ensuring every pupil's unique needs are met. As we continue this journey, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Years Foundation Lead to join our dynamic team.

Why Join Us?

Joining Whitleigh Community Primary School means becoming part of a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, and professional growth is encouraged. You will collaborate with a team committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our pupils.

About the Role:

As our Early Years Foundation Lead, you will play a pivotal role in leading, directing, and managing the sustained improvement of our Foundation Stage, including our 2 year old and Pre-school nurseries. You will drive continuous improvement and staff development in Early Years Foundation Stage policies and practices. Your responsibilities will include ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, monitoring curriculum planning, providing feedback, and supporting colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development of high-quality teaching and learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Stay updated on teaching, learning, and school improvement developments.

Contribute to formulating aims, objectives, and policies for the Foundation Stage.

Share good practices and facilitate dialogue among staff.

Ensure compliance with Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.

Provide support for pupil groups based on assessment data.

Monitor and evaluate the impact of policies and practices.

Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team and Head Teacher.

How to Apply:

An application form and job specification can be downloaded from https://www.whitleigh-pri.plymouth.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies.

Submit your application to lisa.richards@whitleighprimary.co.uk by Monday 20th May at midday. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 23rd May 2024. 

Visit Us:

Experience our warm and inclusive learning community first-hand! Contact Lisa Richards, our Office Manager, at 01752 706383 to arrange a visit.

At Whitleigh Community Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Join us in building a school community where every child's unique abilities are celebrated and nurtured. Don't miss this opportunity to shape a brighter future for all!