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Early Years Foundation Stage Lead - St. Mary's Catholic Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a two-form entry primary school, situated in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme. Our mission is 'Learning to Live Out Our Calling with Compassion and Love', and we would love to hear from applicants who feel that they could make a real difference to our school community. We are proud to offer supportive, positive and enthusiastic staff team, children who are eager to learn and very supportive parents.

Early Years Foundation Stage Lead

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£31,650 - £49,084 and TLR 2.1 £3391 per annum

Full-time (32.5 hours per week)

Start date: 1^st September 2025

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a vibrant two-form entry primary school, situated in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme. Our mission is 'Learning to Live Out Our Calling with Compassion and Love', and we have a rare and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, passionate and dedicated Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Lead to join our vibrant and supportive team.

About Us

St Mary's is a forward-thinking and innovative school, with strong links to the local community. We are proud of our positive and supportive culture, remaining committed to continual improvement and offering excellent professional learning opportunities. Children at St Mary's are eager to learn and parents are also very supportive. In our 2024 Parent Survey, 96% of parents said that they would recommend St Mary's to another parent. We proudly work to enable everyone at St Mary's to become a responsible, happy and compassionate citizen in order to prepare them for the opportunities and responsibilities in our rapidly changing society.

As an inclusive school, we have high expectations of all children. We instil our pupils with a sense of personal and collective responsibility and we place a great emphasis on the personal, social, spiritual and health education of our pupils. Our children experience a carefully designed, broad and balanced curriculum and we have ensured that our school has the facilities and resources to provide our children with opportunities to discover their talents and interests. We have a strong tradition in music and sports and we take great delight in developing our children's achievements in these areas.

About the Role

The role of EYFS Lead at St Mary's is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and ambitious EYFS practitioner to lead and inspire our Early Years team, shaping the educational experiences of our youngest learners.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to upholding and promoting the ethos and values of our Catholic School.
• Is passionate about early childhood education and child development.
• Has a proven track record in EYFS and is ready to take on a leadership role with confidence, clarity of vision, and the ability to inspire, guide and support others effectively.
• Has a strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, assessment, and best practices.
• Can work collaboratively with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Understands and implements safeguarding policies and effective behaviour management strategies.

We can offer you:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A diverse and inclusive school community dedicated to excellence in education.
• A well-resourced EYFS setting, with excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Mrs Beeston on 01782 619685 to arrange a visit.

We are seeking applications from those of Catholic faith, all faiths and those of no faith, but who are supportive of our Christian values and ethos.

Application forms and further details are available from the school website or by contacting Mrs J Howarth at recruitment@ctkcc.co.uk or 01782 976176.

Closing date for applications: 25^th April 2025, Interviews scheduled for the week commencing 28^th April 2025

All completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@ctkcc.co.uk.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting: www.dbs.gov.uk. St Mary's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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The role of EYFS Lead at St Mary's is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and ambitious EYFS practitioner to lead and inspire our Early Years team, shaping the educational experiences of our youngest learners. We are looking for someone who:

• Is committed to upholding and promoting the ethos and values of our Catholic School.
• Is passionate about early childhood education and child development.
• Has a proven track record in EYFS and is ready to take on a leadership role with confidence, clarity of vision, and the ability to inspire, guide and support others effectively.
• Has a strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, assessment, and best practices.
• Can work collaboratively with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Understands and implements safeguarding policies and effective behaviour management strategies.
We can offer you:
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  
  St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a two-form entry primary school, situated in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme. Our mission is 'Learning to Live Out Our Calling with Compassion and Love', and we would love to hear from applicants who feel that they could make a real difference to our school community. We are proud to offer supportive, positive and enthusiastic staff team, children who are eager to learn and very supportive parents., St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a vibrant two-form entry primary school, situated in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme. Our mission is 'Learning to Live Out Our Calling with Compassion and Love', and we have a rare and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, passionate and dedicated Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Lead to join our vibrant and supportive team., St Mary's is a forward-thinking and innovative school, with strong links to the local community. We are proud of our positive and supportive culture, remaining committed to continual improvement and offering excellent professional learning opportunities. Children at St Mary's are eager to learn and parents are also very supportive. In our 2024 Parent Survey, 96% of parents said that they would recommend St Mary's to another parent. We proudly work to enable everyone at St Mary's to become a responsible, happy and compassionate citizen in order to prepare them for the opportunities and responsibilities in our rapidly changing society.