Ivingswood Academy is a member of Kings Education Trust. Situated on the outskirts of Chesham, it is a happy, warm and friendly single-entry school which takes children from the age of 2 – 11.

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We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, and reflective Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teacher to lead our vibrant EYFS team at Ivingswood Academy. The successful candidate will nurture a stimulating and supportive learning environment, tailored to meet the developmental needs of each child and rooted in the principles of the Early Years Framework. This is a real opportunity to shape our EYFS provision and make it your own! There are opportunities to visit other schools across our MAT as part of your professional development and to collaborate with our other EYFS leads.

Main purpose

The EYFS leader, under the direction of the Head of School, will take lead responsibility of the EYFS to

•  Uphold and promote the ethos of the school

•  Lead and manage a team effectively across Nursery and Reception

•  Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class/es ensuring equality of

opportunity for all

•  Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct

•  Treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position

•  Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with the Trust, learners, parents/carers,

LAC members, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of pupils

•  Act within the statutory frameworks, which set out their professional duties and responsibilities and in line with the duties outlined in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document and Teacher Standards

•  Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the

school

•  To ensure high-quality teaching and learning

•  Improve standards of learning and achievement for all

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.