EYFS Lead

​ ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY Inspire our little learners! We are currently looking to appoint an Early Years Foundation Stage Leader to join our dedicated and supportive team at Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace. This role is well suited to an individual with teaching experience in a primary school environment looking to develop in a thriving academy environment. ​ MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY As EYFS Leader, your role will be to act as the lead professional for Early Years, ensuring outstanding provision is developed and that all staff in the Foundation Stage are outstanding practitioners. Your responsibilities include: Coordinating and monitoring the weekly and medium term planning of staff within the foundation stage and in consultation with the headship team take action as appropriate Coordinating the resources for teaching and learning within the foundation stage in conjunction with the school’s planning and resourcing policy Daily rotas and changes within the foundation stage Taking assemblies Monitoring discipline and behaviour within the foundation stage Ensuring the availability of advice to all members of the foundation stage for consistency with the whole school behaviour policy Attending management meetings and chair staff meetings as appropriate Acting as team leader for performance management WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualified Teacher Status A proven track record of recent and successful class teaching in mixed ability classes of primary age Successful experience of teaching the primary curriculum Good understanding of current theory and best practice in teaching and learning, particularly as it relates to achieving high rates of progress of children of primary age Good subject knowledge of core National Curriculum EYFS experience The ability to tea ch se cond language. Some knowledge of English as a specialist subject ​ WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Teacher Development At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet. We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual’s circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. ​ WORKING WITH US Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace (HPACR) is an inclusive academy, and we want every one of our children, from Nursery to Year 6, to have a truly happy experience. We strive to ensure that every pupil feels valued and safe. The children's achievements are celebrated every day in their lessons, and we are proud that they are kind, caring, self-assured and eager to learn. We believe that through expert teaching and support all children can achieve to a high standard. Ultimately, our aim is to make sure that our pupils leave us feeling that they have succeeded both academically and in the extracurricular aspects of school life. We want our pupils to be thoroughly prepared for the opportunities that secondary school will offer them. HPACR is very much a community academy. We know that a close partnership with parents is vital if children are to learn and grow as individuals. We therefore do all we can to keep parents informed and involved in all aspects of school life. If you would like to find out more about our academy, please do come and visit us and talk to as many children and staff as you can. We are very much looking forward to meeting you. To learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you , view our academy page via the “why work at” button.

Location: Anerley, GB

Posted Date: 6/14/2025