Early Years Lead

Parkfield Primary School, London, NW4 3PJ

22 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  13 April 2026

• Closing date

  6 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday-Friday, 32.50 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS Outer London (£37,870 - £56,154)
• Additional allowances:

  TLR2A (£3,527)

What skills and experience we're looking for

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a new Early Years Lead at Parkfield to support the Principal in the leadership and management of Parkfield Primary School. The new Early Years Lead will take a lead role in developing and implementing the school’s commitment to high quality education for our youngest pupils.

This role would suit an experienced Teacher who is looking for that next step in their career.

Parkfield Primary School is renowned for its positive ethos where staff, pupils, parents and the wider community work in harmony to foster a vibrant and inclusive learning environment. We are committed to ensuring our children not only achieve academic success but also enjoy their time in school, growing as confident and independent learners.

The new Early Years Lead will:

• Be an excellent role model to inspire and motivate all

• Demonstrate a strong track record of delivering high-quality Early Years practice

• Bring a clear vision and a passion for equality

• Be reflective in their own practice and leadership

• Show an uncompromising commitment to ensuring safeguarding, outstanding teaching and promoting well-being for every child.

Supporting Documents:

Early Years Lead Job Description

Early Years Lead Person Spec

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• A vibrant school community that celebrates diversity and values every individual

• Enthusiastic and positive children, alongside supportive families who are active participants in the school’s life.

• A nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

• Tailored professional development, with support from experienced colleagues and leaders.

• A modern, well-resourced school, featuring spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments, including environmental gardens and ample play spaces.

• On-site parking and excellent transport links.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

How to apply:

Closing Date: 6th February 2026

Interview Date: 12th February 2026

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please complete the attached application form and return to dkrasniqi@parkfieldprimary.org. CVs will not be accepted. Please also attach a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, referring to the job description and person specification to evidence the criteria in your application.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Commitment to safeguarding

At Parkfield we are committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child as well as supporting their families. We have rigorous safeguarding procedures in place. Any offer of a position will be subject to the appropriate checks.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Early Years Lead Person Spec.pdf - 170 KB (opens in new tab)

Early Years Lead Job Description.pdf - 213 KB (opens in new tab)

About Parkfield Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 463 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Parkfield Primary School website
• Email address: dkrasniqi@parkfieldprimary.org
• Phone number: 0208 202 0454
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/parkfield-primary-school

Parkfield is a two form entry Primary Academy in North West London. 94% of the children speak more than one language and between them they can speak over 50. Our curriculum is designed to be challenging but at the same time fun and creative. We start from the children's many experiences and offer them as wide a range of opportunities as possible.

Arranging a visit to Parkfield Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email dkrasniqi@parkfieldprimary.org.

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