Early Years Foundation Stage Class Teacher and Lead Practitioner

The Dudley Infant Academy are seeking to appoint an experienced, committed and self-motivated teacher who would like to further their career by becoming an EYFS Lead Practitioner. 

You will be joining a highly motivated and dedicated team who strive to ensure all children reach their full potential.

In this role you will have a teaching responsibility as well as leading EYFS, which includes supporting the strategic direction and development of the learning and achievement within EYFS.

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact the academy office by email to: pa@dudleyinfantacademy.org.uk

If you are an exceptional EYFS Teacher and looking to develop your career, we would really like to hear from you. 

Dudley Infant Academy

At Dudley Infant Academy, we believe that all our pupils should develop a love of learning and have the support they need to achieve their very best.

We provide a safe and caring environment whilst providing exciting learning experiences. We also work closely with parents and carers to develop children as learners and individuals so that they can succeed.

The Academy has a published admissions number of 60 and a total capacity of 180 pupils.

We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits.

These include:

• Automatic annual pay increments.
• High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression.
• A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day 1, and Employee Assistance programme.
• Generous public sector pension scheme.
• Discounts on retail & travel.
• Cycle 2 Work scheme.
• Charity Giving.

As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.

Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.

At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun – an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests. 

Please apply today.

Closing date: 14 April 2024.

Interview dates: By arrangement during the weeks commencing 22 and 29 April 2024.

Our commitment

The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We welcome applications from all members of the community. 

The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us either by email to recruitment@brightonacademiestrust.org.uk or by telephone to Bev Lawrence 01424 905 306.