EYFS and Key Stage 1 Lead with Reception Class Responsibility
Haslington Primary Academy and Nursery
EYFS and Key Stage 1 Lead with Reception class responsibility
MPS (or UPS for the right candidate) with TLR 2 (£3,527.00)
Permanent
Full-Time
Haslington Primary Academy and Nursery are looking to recruit an outstanding, inspirational and self-motivated EYFS and Key Stage 1 Lead with Reception Class responsibility to commence as soon as possible, due to the career progression of the current post holder.
The successful candidate must: -
- have a minimum of 5 years’ experience of teaching and/or leadership in EYFS settings;
- have experience of curriculum design and delivery across subjects in EYFS and KS1
- demonstrate an excellent understanding of the EYFS framework and how this can be delivered;
- have a proven ability to lead school improvement and development, including monitoring achievement and supporting colleagues;
- have a track record of excellence in their classroom practice;
- lead a positive team of professionals to realise the potential of our setting and our children;
- deliver a creative and exciting EYFS provision within their own classroom and across the setting, developing the children’s love of learning;
- have ambition, drive and a passion for learning;
- promote and lead high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour through positive classroom management;
- demonstrate a commitment to raising standards;
- be able to provide exciting and stimulating learning opportunities for all children;
- demonstrate an excellent understanding of the National Curriculum;
- demonstrate a strong commitment to parental and community involvement;
- demonstrate evidence of relevant CPD;
- have a good sense of humour and a hardworking ethos.
In return we can offer: -
- an experienced and supportive team of staff;
- amazing children who feel confident to express their individuality and their talents;
- a happy school community where respect and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do;
- excellent opportunities for training and continual professional development;
- talented Governors and Trustees, who know the school well and are fully supportive of work life balance
- access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (counselling services, GP anytime, musculoskeletal services etc);
- eye care vouchers;
- discounted gym membership;
- free annual flu jab.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Application forms and further details are available from the Academy website. Please forward completed application forms to Mrs Z Holloway by e-mail (hr@alexandraacademytrust.co.uk)
We warmly encourage all potential applicants to visit our school. Show arounds will take place on
Monday 16th March 2026 at 10:30am and Tuesday 17th March at 4:30pm.
To make an appointment to view the school please e-mail Mrs Z Holloway HR Officer- hr@alexandraacademytrust.co.uk.
Closing date: Friday 10th April at 12:00pm
Interview date: Thursday 16th April