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Early Years Leader

The Lanes Primary School · Nottingham, East Midlands

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Early Years Leader wanted! We are looking for an inspirational, innovative, hardworking and motivated teacher to join our amazing team. We are a very happy school with fantastic children in a very supportive community. You will be working within a team of dedicated professionals who work hard every day to provide the best experiences and education for our children. As a three-form entry school, you will be leading a fabulous team of dedicated professionals both within Nursery and Reception. We want someone who has a passion for and expertise in Early Years to drive excellence across the phase, ensuring that every child experiences a rich, ambitious and well‑sequenced curriculum that reflects the very best education for all children. We want a team player with strong interpersonal and organisational skills, who brings creativity, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of high‑quality early years pedagogy. If you are ready for a new adventure at a school which is really going places we would love to hear from you! We are looking for someone who: Is an experienced and passionate EYFS practitioner/previous EYFS leader. Has a clear, ambitious and research‑informed vision for Early Years. Has a track record which demonstrates consistently strong practice and impact. Has a passion for ensuring that every child has the best possible start to their education. Relates well to pupils, staff and parents, building outstanding relationships, showing a deep level of care about their individual needs. Is outward‑facing and committed to establishing strong relationships with parents, carers and the wider community. Will develop and resource an aspirational environment, indoors and out, that supports the learning, independence and curiosity of every child. Can create stimulating learning environments in which children feel secure, valued and ready to learn. Can provide our children with high‑quality, memorable and language‑rich learning opportunities. Can bring learning alive in well‑planned and effective learning sequences which inspire, captivate and build on what children already know and can do. Can support our children to become resilient learners who thrive on challenge and develop strong characteristics of effective learning. Values all children; has high expectations and a commitment to the development of the whole child. Can motivate, inspire and develop a team, modelling high expectations and professional integrity. Has the ability to organise and prioritise tasks and can be proactive and solution‑focused. Is reflective about their practice and keen to contribute to their own learning and development. Adapts to changing circumstances and new ideas in a positive and creative manner. Can deal with sensitive issues in a professional, confidential and child‑centred manner. Has a tenacious approach, with an unshakeable drive to deliver great outcomes for all children. Shows a commitment to professional

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Location Nottingham, East Midlands
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