Early Years Leader

Summary:

Early Years Leader job opportunity in Portsmouth with competitive salary and benefits.

About the School:

A school with high aspirations and a strong commitment to providing every child with the opportunity to reach their full potential. It fosters a collaborative and supportive environment that values continuous professional development and staff wellbeing.

The Opportunity:

As an Early Years Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality early years education. You will lead and inspire a team, ensuring that every child receives the best possible start in a nurturing and inclusive environment. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on young learners and help raise standards in early years provision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the early years provision, ensuring it aligns with the school’s vision and educational standards.
• Develop and implement effective teaching strategies that support the holistic development of young children.
• Monitor and assess the progress of children, providing feedback to parents and staff.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and staff to raise standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of care, excellence, and inclusion within the early years team.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, with a strong focus on safeguarding and welfare.
• Support the professional development of early years staff through mentoring and training.
• Work closely with parents and carers to ensure a consistent and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified to teach and work in the UK.
• Relevant degree and EYFS qualification.
• Experience leading or significantly contributing to the success of the EYFS in a school.
• Deep commitment to providing an excellent education to every child, regardless of background.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and welfare procedures, with the ability to act appropriately when concerns arise.

Preferred

• Experience with Ark’s mission and values.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Experience in curriculum development and early years pedagogy.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £33,739 - £53,094 + TLR.
• Generous pension scheme and access to Ark rewards.
• Additional training days and professional development opportunities.