EYFS Leader

We are looking to appoint a non-class based EYFS Lead with a 0.4 teaching commitment, responsible for Teaching and Learning across the Early Years Foundation Stage; Acorns (2 year old), Nursery and Reception. The position will suit an outstanding, inspirational leader who has the drive to support an ambitious leadership team to further develop the pedagogy across the school. This person will use current research and evidence to ensure teachers are implementing the curriculum according to Birth to 5 and other statutory documents and innovating practice through our coaching/mentoring and Teacher Research Group development models. 

We have just had an Ofsted inspection (May 2024) and we are really excited to receive the report validating our strengths and ethos and values that are evident across our provision.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• is an exemplary, outstanding EYFS classroom practitioner and is able to lead experienced colleagues
• has proven experience of leading a phase or Key Stage
• has the ability to work as part of a forward looking strategic leadership team
• has a deep understanding of early childhood development
• has a deep understanding of how EAL and SEND children learn
• can coach/mentor and develop pedagogy in classrooms and across phases
• is evidence informed and research driven
• is able to support teachers to ensure accelerated pupil progress 
• is a proven, successful team player with motivational and  interpersonal skills

We pride ourselves on providing an environment where teachers have the freedom to teach and to grow.

We are committed to valuing staff, reducing unnecessary workload and ensuring staff wellbeing whilst working hard to maintain high standards of education.

We can offer:

• friendly children who are eager to learn
• an innovative curriculum
• excellent professional development
• a happy, strong, supportive staff team
• leadership coaching
• a genuinely inclusive school with a positive and caring culture
• a central location with good transport and cultural links
• subject leadership for ambitious candidates

We are looking to appoint the best from across the EYFS/Primary range. The successful applicant will take up the post in September 2024. The EYFS lead role is perfect for aspirational candidates wishing to develop their leadership skills in a supportive environment based around coaching and mentoring. 

The school is set in Netley Campus which includes Woodlands ASD resource base, Robson House PRU, Outreach and Language & Communication Team and an Adult Learning Centre. We are a large, culturally and socially diverse school with a strong inclusive ethos, driven by a committed and happy staff. The school is set in Regents Park estate, an area which has one of the highest poverty indices in England. We are very proud to have a centre for children who have Autism, and Acorns; our provision for two year olds. 

Visits to the school are welcome.

We have visits on:

Monday 13th May at 5:00pm

Thursday 16th May at 10:00am and 5:00pm

Monday 20th May at 5:00pm

Visits can be booked by emailing: jobs@netley.camden.sch.uk