Leader of Early Learning (Full Time)

Leader of Early Learning (Full Time)

Required from: April 2025 or earlier if possible.

Danegrove Primary School is looking to recruit an inspirational Leader of Early Learning for a lovely three form entry primary school based in the London Borough of Barnet. If you are looking to join a forward-thinking primary school with a supportive leadership and an amazing staff team – then this is the role for you. 

The successful candidate will lead across EYFS and year 1. They should be an experienced leader and have a substantial knowledge of, and an enduring passion for, both EYFS and the ongoing development of teaching and learning as children move through year 1. The successful candidate will work within the leadership team and must be confident to lead teaching and learning to an exceptional standard. 

The role will include a teaching commitment in EYFS.

The headteacher encourages staff to be creative and innovative in their approach to teaching and learning, within an inclusive, happy and stimulating learning environment.

Salary: L7 – 11 £61,787 - £67,762 per annum – depending on experience.

This position is not suitable for ECTs

We are looking for someone who:

• has experience of successfully leading EYFS
• is an enthusiastic, dynamic and inspiring teacher
• is dedicated to raising standards by delivering high quality learning opportunities for all pupils
• provides an inclusive, engaging, creative curriculum
• is committed to the development of outside learning
• has very high expectations for themselves, staff and the pupils they teach

We can offer:

• happy, enthusiastic pupils
• a supportive leadership team
• welcoming and caring members of staff
• an inclusive and kind ethos
• an amazing outdoor learning space
• opportunities for continued development

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the school.

Danegrove is committed to developing a whole school community where positive mental health and wellbeing sit at the heart of the school, influencing the decisions made. We would love you to join us on our continuing journey to fully establishing our school as a place where children are confident, resilient, and most importantly, happy, young people.

Danegrove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date: 12:00 noon on Wednesday 4th December 2024.

Short listed candidates will be informed by Wednesday 11th December 2024

Interview Date: Interviews to be held on Monday 16th/Tuesday 17th December 2024

If you are interested in the role as a Leader of Early Learning, starting April 2025 then please contact Raluca Uta, Business Manager, for an application form along with the job description and specification at businessmanager@danegrove.barnetmail.net or 0208 449 4024.