Class Teacher and EYFS Lead

Overview

Teacher and Early Years Lead

Permanent - Full Time

MSP/UPS +TLR2a

Required from 1st September 2026

Sneinton St. Stephen’s C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional teaching practitioner and inspirational leader to take on the role of Class Teacher and Early Years Lead.

At Sneinton St. Stephen’s C of E Primary School, our mission, ‘Together We Can Achieve,’ shapes everything we do. We are a welcoming and inclusive school, dedicated to creating an aspirational environment where all members of our community can flourish.

Situated in the heart of inner-city Nottingham, our vibrant and diverse community reflects our commitment to celebrating differences and building strong, supportive relationships with pupils and families from all faiths and backgrounds.

Our Christian ethos, rooted in the values of Love, Joy, Unity, and Hope, underpins our approach to education and care. We warmly welcome teachers of all faiths and none, who are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for all pupils. Whether you are experienced in or new to working in a Church of England school, we will support you to ensure you feel confident and empowered to thrive in your role.

We are seeking a talented and passionate teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator who is committed to making a real difference in children’s lives and values creativity, professional development, and community engagement.

This is a key leadership role within the school. As EYFS Lead, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring the highest quality of education, provision and outcomes for our youngest learners. You will work in partnership with senior leaders and colleagues across the Trust to secure excellence in teaching, curriculum and assessment.

We are seeking a talented and ambitious teacher and leader who:

• Is a consistently effective or highly effective classroom practitioner.
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and current research in early childhood education.
• Is passionate about securing excellent outcomes for all children, particularly those who are disadvantaged or have SEND needs.
• Understands the importance of high-quality provision, strong adult-child interactions and ambitious curriculum design.
• Can lead, inspire and develop others, building a strong and cohesive EYFS team.
• Values parental engagement and understands the critical importance of transition and next-stage readiness.
• Is committed to continuous professional development, both for themselves and for the wider team.
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and can work effectively with staff, families, governors, external professionals and Trust colleagues.

As EYFS Lead, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation and ongoing review of a high-quality EYFS curriculum.
• Lead, support and hold to account staff within the EYFS unit to ensure consistently strong teaching and provision.
• Oversee assessment systems to ensure accurate identification of children’s starting points, progress and next steps.
• Coordinate and quality assure interventions delivered internally and by external professionals.
• Monitor the impact of provision and report regularly to senior leaders and governors.
• Champion high expectations, inclusion and a culture of continuous improvement across the EYFS.

• A welcoming community and a highly motivated, professional staff team that are driven towards continuously raising standards.
• Excellent professional development opportunities through an extensive range of network groups and other Transform Trust initiatives.
• Calm and purposeful learning environments.
• Excellent partnerships between pupils, staff, parents, governors and our wider community.
• A forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school.
• Career opportunities as part of a successful Multi Academy Trust.

Visits to our school are recommended and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office using the details below to arrange an appointment.

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