EYFS Lead
E‑ACT The Grange School is a primary academy in Daventry committed to broadening horizons and opening hearts, minds, and opportunities for every child.
Key responsibilities
* Evaluating pupils' progress, achievement and attainment, and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team/Head Teacher
* Moderating with the EYFS team, evaluating and considering next steps from the data including baseline data
* Being responsible to the Head for coordinating the work of the EYFS, supporting and advising as appropriate
* Establishing good relationships, encouraging good working practices, and supporting, leading and coaching teachers in the EYFS.
* Monitoring progress across the EYFS and ensuring appropriate action plans are in place.
Pay range
* M1 – UPS3 – £32,916.00 – £51,048.00
* Plus TLR 2A – £3,527.00
* Full time, Permanent
Qualifications and Skills
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
* Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
* Evidence of continuous professional development related to Early Years or leadership.
* Excellent knowledge of child development and early learning pedagogy.
* Creative, reflective, and committed to delivering an ambitious and inclusive EYFS environment.
* A passion for nurturing children’s curiosity, independence, and love of learning.
Benefits
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year‑round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high‑quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9‑point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part‑time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people‑first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
E‑ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E‑ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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