EYFS Lead

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and successful EYFS Lead to join our strong and experienced leadership team from April. We need someone who can make a vital contribution to the achievement of exceptional provision for every pupil at Marden Primary Academy. We are passionate about Early Years practice and this position offers a fantastic opportunity for an energetic teacher with vision and talent to lead the progress of our EYFS curriculum, enabling environments and reputation to an outstanding level.

This role will:

• have a direct and positive impact on the education and lives of our youngest pupils and reach out to our families and the local community,
• require a calm and well-organised person, who can transform child-centred and creative plans into clear actions that involve all members of the EYFS team,
• offer excellent leadership opportunities that have a critical impact on whole school development
• provide the opportunity to work within the Leigh Academies Trust, one of Kent’s most exciting and successful Trusts, offering the highest quality training and networking opportunities,
• give you the most supportive place to work, where a really connected and committed team have ambitious and imaginative ways of bringing learning to life every day​​​​​​​

Application closing date: Thursday 18th February 2021

Interview date: Interviews will be conducted on Tuesday 23rd February 2021

If you would like to talk to someone about this role, or, if you require further information about making an application, please contact  the Talent Team on talent@latrust.org.uk 

Being a part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st September 2020, our Trust will comprise 28 geographically organised academies (11 secondaries, 15 primaries and 2 special) educating over 16,000 students, and employing over 2,500 talented staff. We also have one further secondary academy in the development phase, due to open in September 2021. The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North West Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training providers and a large teaching school. Click here to view our future plans in our Vision 2025 document. 

As part of Leigh Academies Trust you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

Recruitment and hiring during COVID-19: Despite the challenges we face, recruitment and hiring will continue for all Leigh Academies Trust vacancies with as little disruption as possible over the coming weeks and months. This is for all senior, teaching and support staff appointments. Applications will still be reviewed and interviews conducted in a timely manner, although interview activities will vary. If you have any queries or concerns, please get in touch with the LAT Talent Team - talent@latrust.org.uk

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.