Early Years Phase Leader

POSITION
Early Years Phase Leader

ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for an Early Years Phase Leader for an Ofsted Outstanding Primary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon. This school is an inclusive mainstream three-form entry school which has a supportive senior leadership team, is committed to continuous improvement and professional development for all staff. The school is dedicated to providing an engaging and nurturing environment for both children and staff.

This role is ideal for a qualified and experienced teacher with a passion for early childhood education, leadership, creating and maintain high standards across the Early Years phase. The school is looking for a leader who can inspire and support the Early Years team, ensuring that all children receive the best start in their educational journey. The position is temporary, with the potential for a permanent appointment depending on performance.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
Location - Thornton Heath, Croydon
Position - Early Years Phase Leader
Type of work - Leadership role overseeing the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, including planning, assessment and staff management.
Contract start date - September 2026
Contract end date - July 2027 with a view to extend
Contract type - Full time Long term
Salary - MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Hours - 8:00am - 16:00pm : Mon - Fri (term time only)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
QTS or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years' experience in Early Years or Primary teaching in the UK, with prior leadership experience or potential to step into a leadership role
Proven experience in managing behaviour and fostering a nurturing, positive learning environment
Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and best practices in Early Years education
Experience working with children with SEN and EAL
Up to date safeguarding training

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years

OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed