EYFS Lead

4 weeks ago


Wakefield, United Kingdom Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane Full time

Outwood Grange Academies Trust are looking for a dynamic, creative, hard-working and inspirational teacher to join our primary leadership team in the position of EYFS Leader. This position is awarded with TLR 2.1 and represents an exceptional opportunity to develop your leadership skills and knowledge. You will be focusing on outstanding teaching and learning for every child, and committed to the personal development and career progression of all staff.

This role does include a teaching responsibility, therefore a QTS qualification is essential. This is a permanent position starting in September 2024. 

Our core belief is that children come first, and that every child, irrespective of their background, has the right to an outstanding education. We believe the foundations of strong teaching are based on effective relationships, high expectations and a sense of belonging. We place children at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success, achieving high academic outcomes and a positive climate for learning. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate enthusiasm, passion and determination to meet the needs of all children and have a willingness to learn and develop.

In return, the chosen candidate will have the chance to join a supportive and collaborative team. They will be provided with high quality curriculum resources and connections to planning networks for various age groups. Their growth and development will be a focus, and they will have access to excellent opportunities for continuous professional development.

In the first instance, you will be based at Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane.

Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane, part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust, is committed to providing outstanding quality wave one teaching and are proud that our results in all key areas are above national standards. We believe in the importance of enhancing and enriching our curriculum through visitors and visits, to bring learning to life for our children. OPA Ledger Lane fosters a whole school community approach to developing positive relationships, confidence and self-belief which drives our vision of children first. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, nurturing and inclusive staff who are dedicated to providing the best possible education for our children. We encourage a culture of continuous improvement and believe in investing in staff to enable them to reach their full potential. 

As an EYFS Lead, you will be appointed to the Trust within the Central Cluster for our primary academies. You will therefore, may be required to work in any of OGAT’s primary academies within the Central Cluster, or in any of the schools/academies the Trust may be supporting as directed by the Executive Principal. The academies within our Central Cluster are:

  • Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate
  • Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane
  • Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill
  • Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
  • Outwood Primary Academy Greenhill

    To view the job description please click here.

    To view the person specification please click here.

    If you have any further questions regarding this position, please contact Katie Shaw (HR Administrative Assistant) on K.Shaw@outwood.com

    For more information and to apply online, please click the apply button.

    Closing date: Midday on 17 May 2024.

    Interview date: 22 May 2024.

    We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.

    Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.


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