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EYFS Lead - Full-time

Halling Primary School, Rochester

  • Ref:KCC887-2211-68L
  • Posted:01/06/2022
  • Pay:MPS/UPS + TLR
  • Start Date:September 2022 or January 2023
  • App Close Date:06/06/2022 at 10:00
  • Interviews:W.C 13th June

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Halling Primary School is currently seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Lead to join our friendly and supportive SLT who work hard to ensure the children attending our school receive the very best from us. 

At Halling, the development of the whole child is at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is, Learning for Life and our Core Values are: integrity, resilience, compassion, respect and thankfulness.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the EYFS Lead will participate in the strategic leadership and management of the school and will be responsible for the quality of teaching and learning across EYFS.

The position will oversee a team of people within EYFS and be responsible for performance appraisal and standards across the board. The EYFS Lead will also be responsible for the EYFS curriculum and transition into EYFS.

This is a full time, permanent teaching role with dedicated weekly leadership time.

We are looking for a person who -

  • Is motivated to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence
  • Has excellent inter-personal, communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to inspire and challenge colleagues
  • Is committed to continued professional development
  • Has a caring approach and a good sense of humour
  • Has proven experience as an effective classroom teacher and of working with children of different ages within and EYFS setting
  • Has the ability to lead aspects of school improvement and ensure that all children are given opportunities to excel 

At Halling, we can offer you:

  • An enthusiastic and supportive staff team
  • A forward- thinking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
  • Well-motivated, well-behaved children who are eager to learn
  • A well-resourced learning environment
  • A commitment to continued professional development
  • Fun and laughter every day 

At Halling, we have a very strong and highly-dedicated team. We are committed to CPD and place mental health and wellbeing for all at the top of our agenda. This Leadership post would suit a strong, experienced teacher who is either ready to start their leadership development or already experienced in leadership but looking for a new challenge.

Our school is set in extensive grounds, with a large field and forest school. During forest school, pupils learn a wide range of skills that enhance what they develop in the curriculum.

Visits to Halling are highly encouraged and warmly welcomed. If you would like to arrange a visit to our school with our Headteacher or one of our Assistant Headteachers,  please email simpsonj@halling.medway.sch.uk 

Information about the school can be found by visiting our website: www.halling.medway.sch.uk 

We reserve the right to close applications early.

Please be aware that because of the high volume of applicants expected, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted after the closing date.

All applications should be made via Kent-Teach

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.  Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the school

At Halling Primary School, we pride ourselves on our behaviour for learning, happy atmosphere and nurturing approach. We firmly believe that every child has the ability to achieve and at Halling, we make it our mission to guide and develop all children to ensure that they reach their full potential in a supportive environment, involving parents/carers every step of the way.

Our vision is clear at Halling: Learning for Life. We are extremely proud to lead a team of dedicated, hardworking and enthusiastic members of staff, who provide the best possible learning opportunities for our children. Staff and governors work in unison to ensure that Halling’s children have a broad and balanced curriculum, a range of extra-curricular activities and skills which enable all children to move on to the next stage in their lives. Whether a child’s next stage is moving year groups, key stage, or even to secondary school, at Halling we have very successful transition process and support in place for children and parents.

Our most recent Ofsted Inspection graded Halling as ‘good’ overall with ‘outstanding’ personal development. (June 2023)

We are a part of Aletheia Academies Trust. Our school promotes a safe, orderly, caring, and supportive environment. Each child’s self-esteem is fostered by positive relationships with staff and effective communication with parents/carers. We strive to include our parents, staff, governors, and community to ensure strong liaisons with the community.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.