EYFS Lead - Reception Teacher - Hillingdon
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Salary: Outer London Pay Scale (M1-UPS3, depending on experience) + TLR 2b (£5,192 per annum)
Tradewind Recruitment is working with a primary school in Hillingdon seeking an experienced EYFS Lead and Reception Teacher to join the school as soon as possible.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with a strong Early Years background who is ready to take on a leadership responsibility alongside their classroom teaching. You will lead provision across EYFS, ensuring children receive a strong start to their education while supporting colleagues to deliver an engaging, well-planned curriculum.
The successful candidate will combine effective classroom practice with curriculum leadership, helping to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment across the Early Years setting.
The Role
Lead EYFS provision while teaching a Reception class full-time.
Oversee curriculum planning and ensure provision supports children's development across all areas of learning.
Monitor children's progress and use assessment information to identify next steps.
Support colleagues with planning, assessment and effective Early Years practice.
Develop engaging continuous provision and purposeful learning opportunities indoors and outdoors.
Ensure provision meets the needs of children with different starting points and abilities.
Work with the wider leadership team to evaluate and improve EYFS outcomes.
Build positive relationships with parents and carers to support children's learning and transition into school.
Maintain high standards of safeguarding, behaviour and classroom organisation.
What We're Looking For
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Strong experience teaching in EYFS, particularly Reception.
Previous EYFS leadership experience or the ability to demonstrate readiness to take on a lead role.
A secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework, curriculum planning and assessment.
The ability to support and develop colleagues through effective collaboration.
Strong organisation, communication and leadership skills.
A commitment to ensuring children develop the foundations they need for a successful transition into Key Stage 1.
What's on Offer?
Outer London teacher pay scale, based on experience and relevant pay point.
TLR 2b allowance of £5,192 per annum in addition to the teacher salary.
Full-time role with an ASAP start.
An opportunity to combine Reception teaching with EYFS leadership.
The chance to contribute to curriculum development and improve outcomes across Early Years.
Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella company deductions.
Free access to professional development through the National College. xgikmsk
Ongoing support from Marc at Tradewind Recruitment, a former primary teacher who understands the demands of the classroom and school leadership.
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