Early Years Foundation Stage Lead

DBR Ignite Multi Academy Trust has a vision for children:

‘all pupils achieve the highest standard of educational outcomes

regardless of circumstance or background’

We are seeking a truly inspirational EYFS Lead to join Hob Green Primary School. In addition to an impressive track record of quality first teaching and ongoing development in classroom practice you will have strong leadership skills and the credibility to motivate and empower others.

You will be committed to the highest standards of achievement for all. You will be a resourceful, inclusive practitioner and leader.

We can offer…

• a caring and happy environment
• the opportunity to work with wonderful children who enjoy being challenged
• a supportive team of staff
• a school that genuinely believes in growing the skills and knowledge of staff

EYFS Lead: Class Teacher with phase and curriculum

Hours: 32.5 per week

Salary: Main Teacher Pay Range * TLR2 £4,790.00 

This is a challenging role that will require:

• resilience and expertise to support the Senior Leadership Team in its ambition to move the school to an outstanding Ofsted judgement
• an unrelenting focus on high standards and excellence for pupils across the full breadth of the curriculum
• a commitment to the ongoing development of high-quality teaching and learning practices
• a passion for promoting a child-centred vision
• effective time-management skills to meet the demands of the post.

In addition to taking on full class teacher responsibilities, you will be expected to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to influence progress and standards across the phase that you lead. You will be accountable for staff compliance with school policies and procedures across the phase.

In addition, you will have responsibility for the leadership of a subject. You will develop this area of the curriculum and be accountable for progress and outcomes in this subject. You will also work alongside the Deputy Headteacher to coach and mentor a group of foundation subject coordinators as leader of a faculty team.  

Closing date for applications: Friday 14^th May 2021 12pm              

Visits to School: To be arranged

Interview: Week commencing 24th May 2021

If you would like to arrange an informal conversation about the post or visit the school prior to making an application, please contact the Sue Wells on 01384 210288.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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