Key responsibilities and qualifications
* Demonstrate a deep understanding of early years pedagogy and child development.
* Lead with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to inclusive practice.
* Model high expectations for staff and pupils, promoting a culture of excellence and care.
* Provide strong leadership and management across EYFS, ensuring high standards of achievement and wellbeing.
* Foster a nurturing, positive learning environment that supports effective interactions and relationships.
* Qualified to teach and work in the UK.
* Experience and knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and framework and child development and pedagogy.
* Preferably experience of having led, or significantly contributed to the success of the EYFS in a school.
* Deep commitment to Ark’s mission of providing an excellent education to every child, regardless of background.
* Resilient, motivated and committed to achieving excellence.
Benefits
* Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
* Twice as many training days as standard.
* Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers.
* Interest‑free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
* Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
Diversity and inclusion
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click the relevant link.
Safeguarding statement
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non‑disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click the relevant link.
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