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We are looking for an experienced EYFS Phase Leader to guide our team of highly skilled teachers and support staff who work as part of an effective, compassionate and cohesive team. This position would suit an excellent practitioner with previous EYFS Leadership experience. As a Phase Leader you will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team, and work closely with the Headteacher to ensure the strategic mission, vision and values of the school continue to ensure an outstanding experience for all members of our community.
The post will involve facilitating high quality learning, working with subject leaders across the whole curriculum, to ensure effective and creative teaching and learning that meets the varied needs of all children in our nursery and reception classes.
We are looking for someone who:
1. Is committed to our mission, vision and values
2. Shows a personal commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and rights of young people
3. Is able to build strong professional relationships with all members of the school community, including children and parents.
4. Has successful experience of leading an Early Years Team and a passion and vision for early years teaching.
5. Has excellent subject knowledge and a clear understanding of continuity and progression in EYFS.
6. Is highly ambitious for the pupils, leads by example and has a successful track record in raising achievement and supporting accelerated progress.
7. Effectively secures high levels of emotional well-being for every child
8. Is an approachable, empathetic team player who holds high expectations of themselves and others.
We can offer you:
9. Pupils who are exceptionally well-behaved, curious, keen and enthusiastic to learn
10. Committed, enthusiastic and supportive colleagues
11. An ambitious and highly motivated senior leadership team who are open to new ideas
12. Clear succession planning enabling all staff to develop the skills they need for the future
13. A positive, carefully planned and well-equipped working environment
14. An inclusive, nurturing culture and an ethos that recognises and celebrates the contribution of every member of the school.
15. Fantastic public transport links and a free staff car park (for those members of staff who live further afield).
16. As a member of the school you will have access to an employee assistance programme that provides a range of support and services
17. Staff also have priority in obtaining a place in the school for their own children and they can also access our extended services at a reduced cost
At Hillcross we recognise that our staff are the most valuable resource in order to achieve our vision and to ensure the very best outcomes for all children. We place high emphasis on supporting the well-being of our staff in numerous ways, an important one being investment in their professional development. New members of the team benefit from a comprehensive induction programme that supports new members of staff to gain a good understanding of the school’s policies and procedures, including learning about a range of thinking tools to support teaching and learning.
What do staff who have recently joined the school say about their experience?
“I have been very impressed and touched by the warm and friendly attitude of all members of staff towards me. This has made settling in much easier – and it’s such an enjoyable place to work in!”
We encourage all potential candidates to visit the school - please contact our school office if you have any further questions or would like to arrange a visit.
Completed application forms are submitted via Eteach.
Applicants will be selected for an interview based on their applications and how well they have demonstrated they meet the requirements of the person specification.
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
Closing Date for Applications:11am on Tuesday 30th September 2025
Interviews: TBC
Safeguarding Statement
At Hillcross we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our staff and students. As such, we welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to the development of community cohesion and the prevention of extremism and radicalisation. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS check. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates and candidates will be asked to talk through their applications during the interview. It is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Please refer to our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy on the school website.
In accordance with the Safer Recruitment regulations produced for schools in England applications will only be accepted by using the school application form relevant to that position. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to a online check. CVs will not be accepted. Incomplete application forms will be returned to the applicant where the deadline for completed application forms has not passed.