RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Teaching and Development Lead the EYFS team in the planning and delivery of a creative and stimulating curriculumEnsure the curriculum supports and develops children’s independenceBrief and update colleagues on relevant policy and practice through meetings and workshopsMonitor and evaluate learning and teaching in Early Years through looking at learning environments, planning, talking to students and visiting lessons • Secure high quality indoor and outdoor learning across EYFS • Ensure curricular policy development is focused on continuous improvement • Ensure all EYFS children are able to learn and achieve to the best of their abilities and that they make good progress from their starting points • Ensure all requirements for EYFS including assessment arrangements/ expectations are met • Work with the Assessment lead to monitor the progress of pupils and report evaluated data to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) • Work in partnership with the SLT to monitor the success of the teaching and learning of the curriculum and manage areas for improvement • Organise opportunities for pupils in the EYFS which are appropriate to the curriculum • Act as a role model in the planning for, and delivery of own teaching of Early Years • Ensure that the Lower School Early Years and Sports areas demonstrate and display high expectations • Lead parent workshops when necessary • Raise the profile of Early Years through organising displays, competitions, events, initiatives etc.. and promote Early Years through a range of extracurricular activities and eventsLEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT · Support the policies, ethics and vision of the school and actively promote high levels of achievement in the Early Years Foundation Stage· Actively contribute to the leadership and management of the school·Identify and facilitate the training needs of colleagues, lead relevant staff training as necessary as well as creating opportunities for colleagues to learn from you and each other·Establish and maintain regular communications with the School Principal, and work closely together to draw up, implement, monitor and evaluate the School Improvement Plan in respect of Early Years· Develop and review the Early Years curriculum, policies and initiatives· Work with the SLT to ensure the successful implementation of school policies and procedures· Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all members of staff· Provide support and guidance for members of the EYFS team· Organise and manage the day-to-day running of EYFS, including efficient use of teaching resources· Lead weekly EYFS meetings and ensure effective communication with staff· Support the SLT in the performance management of staff in the EYFS· Assist the SLT in the review and evaluation of EYFS policies and procedures· Support and mentor new members of staff as part of the induction process· Stimulate colleagues and team members, by creating a supportive, challenging and positive environment· Manage your own professional development by attending relevant training opportunities· Keep up-to-date with current thinking and research that positively impacts on EYFS· Work with the Admin and EYFS team to ensure that the in-year admissions and September intake process is successful. e.g. Open days, class lists, transition arrangements, welcome packs etc.· Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Head of Department, Head of Faculty or members of the Senior Leadership Team and any duties that the School Principal deems necessary for the effective operation of the school.COMMUNICATION AND RESOURCING · Develop and maintain effective relationships with parents, colleagues, the Board and the local and wider school communities · Develop and maintain links with relevant external advisory and support agencies · Actively communicate with the local community to seek opportunities that extend the curriculum and enhance teaching and learning in EYFS · Ensure parents/carers are well-informed about the EYFS curriculum as well as their child’s progress and potential areas for development · Provide necessary information to the school’s Board to ensure it meets its responsibilities · Communicate any local and national changes to members of the EYFS team · Liaise with other colleagues to ensure a smooth transition for all pupils from EYFS to Key Stage 1 · Ensure that Early Years is well-resourced · Maintain a record of equipment and resources and manage their allocation · Manage a budget for EYFS · Ensure that all health and safety arrangements are in place for Early Years lessons and events ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND SAFEGUARDING Promote and safeguard the welfare of all pupils Ensure that a high standard of care for pupils is consistently maintained Act as a role model for members of staff and childrenRELATIONSHIPS Responsible forAll EYFS teachersResponsible toSchool PrincipalCo-operate & Communicate Effectively WithThe School AdministrationAll colleagues, both teaching and non-teachingThe enrichment teachersInspection teamsParentsPupilsQualifications / Attainment Essential Bachelors DegreeQTSDesirable Master’sSkills Required Essential Effective leader with a track record of experience in academic/curriculum leadership positionsExperience in delivery of the English National Curriculum.Problem solver, able to work under pressure and manage competing prioritiesStrategic thinker, able to priorities, plan and organizeTeam builderHighly skilled teacher, able and happy to model highly effective planning, teaching, marking and assessmentDesirable International school teaching experienceExperience/understanding of UK independent school education