SEND School Phase Lead Employer Abbey School Reference SS
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Job Summary
Exciting Opportunity: EYFS Leader (Maternity Cover)
Specialist SEND School
Are you an inspiring early years practitioner with a passion for creating outstanding learning experiences for children with SEND Are you ready to join a dynamic highly skilled middle management team making a real difference every day
We are seeking amotivated and talented EYFS Leaderto join our specialist school on amaternity cover contract. This is a unique opportunity to take on a rewarding leadership role within a nurturing forward-thinking environment where every child is truly valued.
About the Role
- Full time
- Start Date:May 2026 may consider flexibility for a September start
- Deadline to apply: 9am 15th April 2026
The interview will consist of a formal panel interview an in-tray task on the interview date and a 15-minute class observation (no preparation necessary).
This is a non-class-based leadership and management role.
As EYFS Leader you will:
- Provide strongleadership and managementacross our Early Years department ensuring high-quality provision tailored to the needs of our learners.
- Work closely with ahighly specialist and experienced team of middle leaderswho are passionate collaborative and committed to excellence.
- Drive curriculum development assessment and pedagogy that reflect best practice in early childhood education and specialist SEND support.
- Play a key role in shaping an engaging safe and aspirational early years environment.
- Share with the SLT a responsibility for providing quality assurance in all the schools activities.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an experienced EYFS practitioner with a strong understanding of early childhood development.
- Has proven leadership skills or is ready to take the next step into a leadership role.
- Demonstrates a deep commitment to inclusive practice and supporting children with a wide range of additional needs.
- Is enthusiastic reflective resilient and ready to contribute to a vibrant professional community.
- Can inspire and motivate others while maintaining high expectations for pupils and staff.
In return for your dedication and enthusiasm we offer excellent professional development opportunities supportive colleagues and a welcoming collaborative environment that values professional growth and promotes innovation.
Application form
Completed application forms should be returned with a covering letteraddressed to theDeputy Principal Ms Holloway. Alternatively application forms can be sent by post to 12 Abbey Square Chester CH1 2HU.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Organizational skills
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral Health
- Classroom Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Special Education
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Public Speaking
- Word Processing
