We are recruiting for an Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

Required for September 2025

Salary Range: M2 – UPS3 with TLR 2a

Our Lady & St Hubert’s Catholic Primary School is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception class teacher with overall responsibility for the Early

Years Foundation Stage. Our Lady & St Hubert’s Catholic Primary School is a two-form entry school with a Pre-School offering full and part time provision for 3

and 4 year olds.

At Our Lady & St Hubert’s, we offer an inspirational learning environment and are passionate about every child. We are seeking someone who is aspirational about

our children's progress and success and is dedicated to putting the needs of the children at the heart of their work.

We are looking for a candidate who is

• fully committed to promoting and supporting the Catholic ethos of the school

• enthusiastic about all aspects of learning and teaching, with a strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum

• take the lead in developing and inspiring learning opportunities in our EYFS outdoor area, fostering curiosity, creativity and exploration in young people.

• to lead on and deliver a curriculum that prioritises children’s communication and language

• able to ensure activities are designed, to focus on what children should learn and how all children will benefit

• ensuring that all children get enough practice to become fluent in using important foundational knowledge. E.g. pencil grip, reading fluency, letter and

number formation

• able to work closely with parents and outside agencies to provide the best possible start for all children

• able to coordinate and evaluate continuity and progression across pre-school and reception through dialogue, shared practice and focused monitoring

and evaluation.

We can offer

• a committed and supportive team of staff and governors

• motivated and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn

• a wide range of resources to support teaching and learning

• a commitment to your continuous professional development and leadership development

If you meet the requirements of the job description and person specification and feel that you make a positive difference to our school, then we can’t wait to

receive your application.

Closing Date: 2nd May 2025 (we may bring forward the application closing date, depending on volume of applicants, therefore please apply ASAP)

Shortlisting: 6th May 2025

Interviews: 9th May 2025

Emmaus Catholic MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position

is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process school and colleges should consider carrying

out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with

children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything

concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or during the interview

Our Lady and St Hubert's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and medical clearance..

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process school and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or during the interview