EYFS Lead

Byron Wood Primary Academy, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 7EJ

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  21 October 2025 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  7 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,325.00 - £52,064.00 Annually (Actual) Plus TLR 2A £3527

EYFS Lead job summary

EYFS Lead

Salary: £33,235 - £52,064 Plus TLR2A

Start Date: January 2026

Working hours: 32.5hrs per week

Advert closing date: 20th October 2026

Are you ready to lead and inspire early years education in a vibrant, inclusive school community?

Do you want to work with a committed SLT to raise standards and champion early years excellence at Byron Wood?

If so … we want to hear from you!

Byron Wood Primary Academy is a vibrant, inclusive school at the heart of its community, committed to providing a nurturing and ambitious learning environment for every child. With a strong focus on high expectations, excellent teaching, and pastoral care, Byron Wood empowers pupils to thrive academically and socially. The school is proud of its dedicated staff, supportive leadership, and a culture that values kindness, resilience, and continuous improvement.

We are now looking for a passionate and experienced EYFS Lead to join our team and help shape the future of early years provision—ensuring every child gets the best possible start.

Key responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of early years pedagogy and child development.
• Lead with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to inclusive practice.
• Model high expectations for staff and pupils, promoting a culture of excellence and care.
• Provide strong leadership and management across EYFS, ensuring high standards of achievement and wellbeing.
• Foster a nurturing, positive learning environment that supports effective interactions and relationships.
• Support and develop staff through coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with the Principal and SLT to implement strategic priorities within EYFS.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are robust and consistently applied.
• Monitor and evaluate EYFS provision, using data to inform planning and improvement.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement through innovation and reflective practice.
• Build strong partnerships with families and external agencies to support pupil outcomes.
• Share best practice across the academy and wider trust to drive continuous improvement.

What we can offer:

Comprehensive professional development, including access to sector-leading expertise and a dedicated Leadership Academy for aspiring and current leaders

Inclusive and supportive work culture, with a focus on collaboration and staff wellbeing

Opportunities for career progression across a growing network of schools in South Yorkshire and Cambridgeshire

Excellent CPD and development opportunities across the Astrea Trust

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org.

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is 20th October, with interviews taking place on Thursday 23rd October 2025. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ communities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Flexible Interview Dates:

Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!

*We kindly ask that all applications are accompanied by a personal statement outlining your suitability for the role. Applications submitted without a personal statement will not be considered.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff. Every child should feel safe and should be protected from any form of child abuse. We have robust policies and procedures that support our commitment to Safeguarding, this includes our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The in-house Safeguarding teams at each Academy work in partnership with families and safeguarding partners to ensure the safety of children is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that all staff access regular, contextual safeguarding training to meet the needs of the local community.

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.

About Byron Wood Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 426 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Byron Wood Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/byron-wood-primary-academy

We are extremely delighted to welcome you to Byron Wood Academy and we hope you’ll find all the information you require on our site.

At Byron Wood, we aim to establish a strong partnership with parents/carers in order to help build an environment where your children can thrive and reach their full potential.

If you cannot find what you’re looking for on our site, or you simply want to talk face-to-face with a member of staff, feel free to contact us. Our staff will be on hand to answer any queries you have or to keep you updated with the latest information regarding the academy.

Mrs Bee Wood – Principal

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