EYFS Leader

Cann Bridge School, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8EE

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 25 or April 25

• Closing date

  29 November 2024 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 November 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS or UPR
• Additional allowances:

  SEN1 + TLR2a

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications and Experience:

• QTS or equivalent, with recent EYFS training.

• Relevant Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.

• Proven experience in leading EYFS settings and/or special education.

• A passion for working with children with SEND.

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and support a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document.
• Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards.
• Lead by example through exceptional teaching and leadership.
• Take lead responsibility for the EYFS to secure:

o The development and implementation of the EYFS curriculum.

o Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of EYFS provision.

o Managing a team of EYFS staff, providing guidance and professional development.

o Fostering a supportive, creative, and inclusive learning environment.

o Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practices.

o Planning and delivering high-quality, adaptive lessons to learners with severe learning difficulties.

What the school offers its staff

Continuous professional development

Wellbeing support through Education Mutual

Teachers Discount schemes

Further details about the role

We are seeking an exceptional EYFS Leader at Cann Bridge School to build upon the strong foundations already established in our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This pivotal role is both challenging and immensely rewarding, as you will be responsible for preparing our youngest learners to develop a lifelong love of learning. As the EYFS Leader, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of our children, preparing them well for Key Stage 1 and beyond. In this role, you will implement a flexible and responsive curriculum that meets the individual strengths and needs of each learner. We are looking for a dynamic and aspirational leader who shares our commitment to the education of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Together, we will prioritise meeting the unique needs of our learners, ensuring they are well-prepared for their futures. Your leadership will inspire both staff and learners, creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Commitment to safeguarding

Cann Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

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.

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Early Years Foundation Stage Leader EYFS Candidate Information Pack.docx - 2.41 MB (opens in new tab)

About Cann Bridge School

• School type: Special school, ages 3 to 19
• School size: 95 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Cann Bridge School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: cbhr@cannbridge.co.uk
• Phone number: 01752207909
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cann-bridge-school (opens in new tab)

Cann Bridge School, located in Estover, Plymouth, is a local authority maintained special school for children and young
people aged 3 to 19 years. We welcome learners from Plymouth, Devon, and Cornwall, with a capacity for 92 pupils; in
2024 the school will have two new modular classrooms installed to increase the school pupil admission number (PAN) to
108.
Our school is specifically designed for children and young people with complex cognition and learning needs, all of whom
have an Education, Health, and Care Plan, indicating either Severe Learning Difficulty or Profound and Multiple Learning
Difficulty. Additionally, the majority of pupils also have additional specific learning difficulties outlined within their EHCPs
which include Downs Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Condition, speech and language difficulties, physical disabilities or a
complex medical condition. To learn more about Cann Bridge School and the wonderful things happening, please visit
our:
• Website: www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/cannbridgeschool
• School Newsletters www.cannbridgeschool.co.uk/newsletters-forms

Arranging a visit to Cann Bridge School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email cbhr@cannbridge.co.uk.

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