Head of Reception – EYFS Leadership

Job in Camden, Greater London, N1C, England, UK

Listing for: About Early Years Ltd.

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-04

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Elementary School, Education Administration

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 200000 GBP Yearly GBP 150000.00 200000.00 YEAR

Position: Head of Reception Years – EYFS Leadership Opportunity )

Head of Reception Years - EYFS Leadership Opportunity (Camden)

Camden-based
Independent School
MPS - UPS

SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded Independent School seeking an exceptional Head of Reception to join their Junior School team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Early Years practitioner and leader to take responsibility for a Reception class whilst leading and developing outstanding EYFS provision across the department.

The successful candidate will combine excellent classroom practice with strong leadership skills, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding and pastoral care throughout the Reception setting.

The Role Will Include:

Monitoring the quality of teaching and learning across Reception
Leading lesson observations, planning reviews and pupil progress monitoring
Supporting and developing outstanding EYFS provision
Analysing assessment data and coordinating interventions
Supporting and motivating colleagues within the Reception team
Acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Leading departmental meetings and curriculum development
Supporting the 4+ admissions process
Developing transition links with Year 1
Building relationships with nurseries and external agencies

Teaching Responsibilities

Delivering high-quality EYFS teaching
Creating an engaging and stimulating learning environment
Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom organisation
Planning and assessing effectively to ensure excellent pupil progress
Collaborating with senior leaders on teaching, assessment and pastoral care
Delivering workshops and curriculum sessions for staff and parents

The Successful Candidate Will:

Be an outstanding EYFS practitioner
Have proven leadership experience
Demonstrate excellent knowledge of the EYFS Framework
Be highly organised with strong communication skills
Be passionate about delivering exceptional Early Years education
Show commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing
Be able to travel to Camden long-term

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