Head of EYFS
Full-time

Permanent

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and forward-thinking Primary School in Folkestone to recruit an inspirational and experienced Head of EYFS. This is a full-time leadership position with a 2.5-day teaching commitment, starting as soon as possible due to the promotion of the current Head of EYFS.

The Role

As Head of EYFS, you will lead the Early Years Foundation Stage team, driving excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment. You will ensure that every child receives the highest quality start to their educational journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious EYFS leader or an experienced Early Years teacher ready to take the next step into leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the EYFS team to deliver engaging, inclusive, and high-quality learning experiences.
• Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and continuous improvement within EYFS.
• Model outstanding teaching and learning through your own classroom practice (2.5 days per week).
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align EYFS provision with whole-school priorities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and the wider school community.

The School

The school prides itself on being a nurturing, inclusive, and creative environment where every child is valued and encouraged to thrive. With excellent facilities and a supportive senior leadership team, it’s an exciting place to work and develop professionally.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• Have substantial experience teaching within the EYFS.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and a passion for early childhood education.
• Be committed to driving continuous improvement and maintaining high expectations.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are an Educator can enthuse, motivate, and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on 01622 584 900

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