Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

Employer: Ladywood Primary School

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2A (Minimum)   

Location: Nancy Road, Grimethorpe, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 7JX

Contract Type/Term: Full Time Permanent Contract

Start Date: January 2026

Closing Date for application: 3pm on Monday 29^th September 2025

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) teacher, ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the passion and vision to lead an excellent EYFS Unit?

Ladywood Primary School is seeking an exceptional early years practitioner to lead our thriving EYFS provision. This exciting role covers both Nursery (F1) and Reception (F2), providing the opportunity to make a real impact on children’s earliest learning experiences.

We are looking for a leader who:

• Brings energy, creativity and expertise in Early Years education
• Is committed to nurturing every child and supporting their personal development
• Can inspire, support and develop a collaborative and caring team
• Will drive the strategic development of our EYFS, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning
• Builds strong, positive partnerships with parents, feeder settings, colleagues and our wider academy trust

At Ladywood Primary School, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Excellent resources and a rich learning environment
• A strong culture of professional development and career growth
• High expectations underpinned by care, respect and inclusion
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference as part of the Every Child Matters Trust, where we are committed to life-long learning and improving the life chances of every child

If you are passionate about giving children the very best start in their education and have the skills to lead with warmth and ambition, we would love to hear from you

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Candidates are encouraged to visit the school should they wish to do so. Applications must be made online. The closing date for applications is 3pm on Monday 29^th September 2025.  Shortlisting will take place on Friday 3^rd October with interviews on Friday 10^th October 2025.

 For any further details regarding the position or to arrange a visit, please contact the school on 01226 711488 (between 9am and 3pm) or email ladywoodprimary@ecmtrust.co.uk

Ladywood Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts at our school are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

In addition, in accordance with advice issued in Keeping Children Safe In Education, as part of the shortlisting process, schools will carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on the shortlisted candidates.

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