We are seeking an enthusiastic, inspirational Early Years Leader to join our dedicated team and lead our early years provision to the next level of excellence.  We are a two-form Catholic Primary school and part of the Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust. You will be part of the senior leadership team and have responsibility of an early year’s class. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experiences of our youngest children, ensuring every child has the best possible start to their educational journey.

As part of the leadership team, you will model outstanding practice, provide professional guidance to colleagues, and ensure that the EYFS curriculum is delivered to the highest standards.

You are required to have QTS, relevant EYFS experience and leadership capabilities, along with a proven track record of delivering high-quality early years education.

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and St Vincent de Paul School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

The Role

The successful applicant will join as the Early Years Foundation Stage Lead. This role involves overseeing our Nursery and 2 Reception classes, ensuring the delivery of exceptional early years education.

Have responsibility for and oversee the management of Early Years

• Deliver high quality teaching and learning in your own class. Meeting the expectations set out in the Teacher’s Standards

• Have responsibility for and oversee the management of Early Years

• Fulfil duties reasonably directed by the Headteacher

• Lead and inspire the Early Years team to deliver high-quality teaching and learning

• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure alignment between Early Years provision, whole-school and trust priorities

• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met consistently

• Use assessment and data effectively to track progress and plan next steps

• Work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to support every child’s development

• Drive continuous improvement in provision, environment and outcomes

• Foster a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment where children thrive

• To ensure smooth transitions between phases

• Direct, supervise and provide guidance to support staff assigned to them and, where appropriate, other teachers

• Contribute to the recruitment, selection, appointment and professional development of other teachers and support staff

• Monitor quality and standards of resources delegated to them

• Fulfil duties reasonably directed by the Headteacher.

We can offer you:

• A forward thinking, prayerful community, rooted in the traditions of the Catholic church with strong links to the parish and the wider community

• A strong, supportive relationship with our MAT (DoWAT)

• A strong sense of community where everybody is welcome

• A diverse and supportive group of families, appreciative of teachers and committed to learning

• An inclusive ethos, valuing the unique individual

• The support of an experienced Senior Leadership Team

• A long-term commitment to your professional development

• A supportive community where individuals are encouraged to lead, inspire and innovate

• Excellent local training through DoWAT (Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust), Herts for Learning and the Diocese of Westminster

• A welcoming school with children who have positive attitudes to their learning and care for each other

• Newly developed EYFS outside area (project planned to begin Spring 2026)

• A friendly, caring and dedicated staff, committed to school improvement

• A financially secure, well maintained and well-resourced school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you have any further questions, or if you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please do not hesitate to email our Headteacher Mrs Alexandra Whitty: head@stvincent.herts.sch.uk

Should you wish to have a tour of our school, please call the school office on 01438 729555 to arrange a visit.