Job Title: Early Years Leader Pay rate: £250 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 13th April
Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.
- End of Academic Year Type: On-site full-time | 4 days teaching 1 day leadership time Location: West Midlands area Organisation Overview: Our client is a supportive and forward-thinking primary school committed to delivering high-quality Early Years education.
The setting places strong emphasis on creating a nurturing and engaging environment, ensuring children develop key foundational skills and achieve strong outcomes in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Role Summary: We are seeking an experienced and driven Early Years specialist to take on an interim leadership role across Nursery and Reception.
This position combines classroom teaching with strategic leadership, focusing on improving EYFS outcomes, enhancing provision, and mentoring staff within the phase.
Responsibilities: Lead the Early Years provision across Reception and Nursery Deliver high-quality teaching within a Reception class (4 days per week) Drive improvements in EYFS outcomes, particularly Good Level of Development (GLD) Implement and model effective phonics teaching (e.g., Little Wandle) Develop and enhance continuous provision across EYFS Act as a role model and mentor to an Early Career Teacher (ECT) Coach and support staff to improve teaching and learning practices Work collaboratively with senior leadership (Deputy and Assistant Headteacher) Oversee and support provision across multiple classes within the phase Essential Skills & Experience: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Strong experience within Early Years (EYFS focus essential) Proven track record in delivering phonics programmes (e.g., Little Wandle) Experience in leading or supporting Early Years teams Strong classroom practice combined with leadership capability Excellent communication, mentoring, and coaching skills Desirable Skills & Experience: NPQ in Early Years Leadership (or working towards) Previous experience as an EYFS Phase Leader or similar role Experience improving EYFS outcomes and provision at a strategic level.
Send your CV to Vinay Kumar at or call me on 7537163434.
Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check. xxuwjjq