Head of Foundation Stage (SEN / ASC)

Exceptional Students deserve Exceptional Staff

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic leader for Livability's Victoria School Foundation Stage (SEN/ASC). Candidates will be passionate about increasing the life sum of our learners with additional learning, medical and complex needs. 

Victoria School is an exciting, innovative and dynamic special school (3-19) for students with physical disabilities and communication needs. Our vision is to be a school where successful learning and high levels of achievement prepare children and young adults for fulfilling future lives. We have outstanding, forward thinking staff who continually develop their practice and work together to make sure all young people have every chance to achieve their potential.

As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will represent the interests of the Early years Classes and implement the Framework for the EYFS within the school. You will lead and support staff in delivering the Early Years curriculum and work with the team to promote the social, academic, moral, physical and emotional development of each child in a stimulating, safe, caring environment. 

Main responsibilities include: 

• Maintain high levels of professional practice within one’s own teaching and support colleagues who teach in the EYFS to do the same. Ensure that the Early Years team work together effectively and efficiently. 
• Lead the EYFS Team in creating and maintaining vibrant outdoor learning areas that provide engagement for all. 
• Monitor the EYFS planning and delivery of the curriculum, to ensure continuity and progression within the EYFS and between the EYFS and KS1. 
• Facilitate equality of provision across the whole EYFS team. Manage the organisation, maintenance and provision of materials, resources, equipment and furnishings with the team, being responsible for ordering within the allocated budget. ​​​​​​ 
• Keep abreast of current thinking by attending courses and continuing your own professional development. 
• Be responsible for updating all of the Foundation Stage Policies, Handbooks and Risk Assessments, keeping ahead and abreast of changing legislation. 
• Work as the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for the school with the remit of the EYFS. 
• Support the Head Teacher and SLT on all occasions. 
• Support the marketing and admissions team and maintain positive links and promote the school in the local community. Effectively communicate information to prospective families and provide guidance and reassurance to families. ​​​​​​​

Interested applicants for this post should be imaginative and dynamic and fully committed to the principles of inclusive education for all, no matter what barriers our children and adults face.

Closing date for applications when all forms must be received by HR is: Midnight, Monday 3rd October 2022. Interviews to take place: Shortly after the closing date*

*Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Livability positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community in which we work. Livability is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer.

Livability Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and staff, and it is the responsibility of all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS and will follow our rigorous safer recruitment processes.