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EYFS Teacher/Lead

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Post Title:   EYFS Teacher/Lead

Grade:  Main Scale/Upper Pay Scale – depending on experience

Allowances:   depending on experience

This post is not suitable for Early Careers Teachers.

Hours:              Full time

Contract:          Permanent

Closing date:   15^th May 2026

Interview date: 21^st May 2026

Start date:       01/09/2026

Are you passionate about giving children the best start to their education journey? Do you have the vision and expertise to lead excellent early years provision? Join our friendly and supportive team at Lydbrook Primary School as our new Early Years Lead! We believe that a strong early years’ education starts children off on the right path as Together we Learn; Together we Excel.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Lead to teach our mixed reception/year 1 class and oversee our thriving on-site nursery, Robins Nursery. You will take a key role in shaping our early years curriculum, leading a skilled staff team and ensuring every child receives the highest quality education and care.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates who

·       have successful teaching experience in early years and/or key stage 1;

·       have a passion for early childhood education and child development;

·       have high expectations for all children and a commitment to inclusive practice;

·       have the ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of staff;

·       have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience as a Designated Safeguarding lead (DSL) and/or SENCo is desirable and time will be given to fulfil these roles. Applications are welcomed from those willing to complete training to take on these roles.

What we offer:

·       A welcoming and knowledgeable staff team in a supportive environment

·       Professional development and training opportunities

·       Opportunities for leadership development

·       Wellbeing support and resources

·       Children who are eager to learn and families who value our work

·       A school committed to high standards and inclusive practice

Visits welcome from Monday.11^th to Thursday, 14^th May.   Please contact the school to arrange a visit.
Application Details:

We take up references prior to interview and all appointments are subject to a police check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 which requires the disclosure of criminal background of those with access to children.   To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 we request candidates to bring with them to interview evidence of their right to employment in the United Kingdom.   The school will also carry out online searches for shortlisted candidates of publicly available information, including social media, prior to interview.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date:           15/052026
Interview Date:         21/05/2026

For more information contact

A job description, person specification and application form will be available on the school’s website http://lydbrook.gloucs.sch.uk

Please send your completed application form, detailing your experience and suitability for the role to clerk@lydbrook.gloucs.sch.uk by Friday, 15^th May 2026, 5.00 pm

Hoople Ltd is working on behalf of our Client as a Recruitment Agency.