Early Years Foundation Stage Lead (EYFS)
Greatfields Primary School, Barking, Essex, IG11 7BL57 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
9 May 2026 at 12:59am
Date listed
13 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £40,317.00 Annually (Actual) Inner London Main Pay Scale + TLR 2a
Early Years Foundation Stage Lead (EYFS) job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious practitioner to shape the strategic direction of EYFS and ensure children make excellent progress in preparation for Key Stage 1 and beyond. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team and will play a key role in driving high standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.
Greatfields Primary is a growing community school based in a modern building with spacious classrooms and excellent facilities. We pride ourselves on creating a caring and supportive environment where children develop a love of learning and staff are supported to grow professionally.
Our core values are RESPECT - Resilience, Empathy, Self-belief, Perseverance, Effort, Courage and Tolerance. These values underpin our approach to teaching, learning and relationships across the school.
Why work at Greatfields Primary?
Friendly, motivated and well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
A supportive and collaborative staff team
A modern school building with excellent learning environments
Strong support from our academy trust and central team
Excellent opportunities for professional development and leadership progression
Access to nationally recognised leadership programmes (e.g. NPQML, NPQSL)
Convenient location within walking distance of Barking Station with access to EL1 and EL2 bus routes
The Role
As EYFS Lead, you will:
Lead and manage the EYFS curriculum, staff team and resources
Drive improvement in teaching and learning across EYFS
Monitor pupil progress and use assessment to inform strategic planning
Ensure high-quality provision that supports excellent outcomes for all pupils
Lead transition arrangements with local nurseries and pre-schools
Support and develop colleagues through coaching and collaboration
Promote strong partnerships with parents and the wider community
Lead early reading and phonics development (where appropriate)
The role will also include class teaching responsibilities within EYFS.
We are looking for someone who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has strong experience within the Early Years Foundation Stage
Has a deep understanding of early childhood development and the EYFS framework
Demonstrates strong leadership and organisational skills
Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to raising standards
Is reflective, motivated and committed to professional development
Works collaboratively and contributes positively to the wider school community
Safeguarding
Greatfields Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and medical clearance.
To apply for this role please go to our website and apply via MyNewTerm. If you would like more information about the role please feel free to contact the school on the e-mail address below.
vacancies@greatfieldsschool.com
www.greatfieldsprimary.com
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Greatfields Primary School
- School type
- Free School, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 20 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Greatfields Primary School website
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