The Grange

Job Title: EYFS Lead

E‑ACT The Grange School – Dream, Believe, Achieve

E‑ACT The Grange School is a welcoming and ambitious primary academy in Daventry, committed to broadening horizons and opening hearts, minds, and opportunities for every child. Grounded in a clear and powerful ethos — every child, every lesson, every day — we strive to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best.

Our school values of Curiosity, Resilience, Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Empathy shape everyday life at The Grange. We offer enriching learning experiences during and beyond the school day, supported by a dedicated staff team who set high expectations and work collaboratively to ensure children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Joining E‑ACT The Grange School means becoming part of a vibrant, child‑centred community. If you are passionate about supporting children, embracing diversity, and helping shape a school where ambition and opportunity flourish, we would love to welcome you to the team.

Discover more: https://thegrangeschool.e-act.org.uk/

As our EYFS Lead, you will shape high-quality learning experiences, model outstanding practice, and lead a committed team with creativity, ambition and care. If you are driven by improving outcomes, fostering curiosity, and building strong foundations for lifelong learning, we would love to hear from you. 

 Key responsibilities:

• Evaluating pupils' progress, achievement and attainment, and report to the Senior Leadership Team/Head  teacher  
• Moderating with the EYFS team evaluate and consider next steps from the data including baseline data 
• Being responsible to the Head for co-ordinating the work of the EYFS, supporting and advising as appropriate 
• Establish good relationships, encourage good working practices and support and lead and coach teachers in  the EYFS. 
• Monitor progress across the EYFS and ensure appropriate action plans are in place. 

Pay range:

• M1 - UPS3 - £32,916.00 - £51,048.00
• Plus TLR 2A - £3,527.00
• Full time, Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
• Evidence of continuous professional development related to Early Years or leadership.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and early learning pedagogy.
• Creative, reflective, and committed to delivering an ambitious and inclusive EYFS environment.
• A passion for nurturing children’s curiosity, independence, and love of learning.

What are we about? 

Join a trust that is going places! 

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. 

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. 

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk   

Benefits:  

Financial and Lifestyle 

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. 

Professional Growth and Development 

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. 

Culture and Wellbeing 

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. 

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.  

How to apply: 

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.