Early Years Lead
MPS - UPS & TLR2b (£5,651)
Catchgate Primary School
To start April 2025

New College Durham Academies Trust (NCDAT) and Catchgate Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding Early Years Teacher, to fulfil the role of Early Years Lead. This is an excellent opportunity for an exceptional teacher who is looking to develop a career in school leadership.

The successful candidate will be the strategic Lead for Early Years across the 2-5 age range. Comprising of:

• Funded 2 Year Play and Learn
• Nursery and 30 Hour provision
• Reception

 The Early Years Lead will have a teaching commitment and be responsible for the early provision across each setting, with duties comprising assessment, moderation and training. The successful candidate will manage the staffing requirements of each department.

 The successful candidate will:

1. Demonstrate an expert knowledge within the EYFS and development matters
2. Be an inspirational teacher with proven methods of raising outcomes in Early Years
3. Be able to drive achievement forward and ensure good progress through effectively tracking pupil learning
4. Be committed to the ethos and values of the school becoming involved in all aspects of school life in particular wellbeing and mental health
5. Be able to provide and broad and balanced curriculum accessible to all pupils
6. Be a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), leading on a specific curriculum or strategic area   
7. Work in partnership with the SLT, Primary Director and the Trust

 Essential Qualifications:

• QTS 
• Minimum of 3 years early years’ experience post qualification.

 NCDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, which includes an enhanced DBS check, robust referencing, medical checks, online searches and other vetting checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer.  Please note that all posts are subject to a 6 month probation period.  For further detail see our Probation Policy.