Head of the Early Years Early Years Class Teacher (Nursery/Reception)

Application Deadline Jan 24, 2025

The Head of the Early Years is expected to provide dynamic leadership of this section of the School, maintaining the highest possible standards and inspiring a team of committed staff which constantly strives to ensure that pupils receive the very best all-round education in order that they, in turn, can achieve their full potential. The Head of Early Years is required to:
Lead, develop and inspire an excellent, committed, forward-looking teaching and support staff;
Enthuse and inspire pupils with the joy of learning and the thrill of exploration;
Work collaboratively with the Head of the Lower School and the Head to provide a quality all-round education for pupils in the local community;
Serve as the Designated Safeguarding
Lead for the Early Years and work closely with other DSLs on all matters regarding safeguarding.

S/he must be:

A progressive thinker with vision;
Caring, approachable, able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff;
An excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all areas;
A passionate believer in high quality Early Years provision with a clear understanding of the curriculum at these stages;
A team-builder with excellent communication skills, able to listen, consult and motivate;
A dynamic innovator who will lead from the front.
Be a fully qualified teacher with a valid TSC (Kenya) or TRN (UK) number, as well as Early Years training and experience
Be caring, approachable and able to engage fully with pupils, parents and staff
Be an excellent classroom practitioner who is committed to enabling every child to fulfil their potential in all area
Have experience of working in British Curriculum schools
Be a team-builder with excellent communication skills, who is able to listen, consult and motivate
Be able to create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
Be able to use initiative, show flexibility and be adaptable
Be a proactive and compassionate leaderas a part of both The Banda’s whole staff team and the Senior Leadership Team
Possess the desire to be fully involved in all aspects of life in a leading preparatory school
Be punctual and work effectively to deadlines
Be an excellent communicator with adults and children
Show organisational skills and leadership in behaviour, dress and speech
Lead by example and expect high standard in others
Display confidence in and possess a high level of written English
Be able to use ICT in teaching and administration
Safeguard and promote the welfare of the pupils
Present a clean Police Clearance Certificate
Keep up to date with educational developments in the UK