Location: White City, West LondonStart date: September 2026Contract: Permanent, Full timeClosing date: 5th June We''re seeking an inspiring EYFS Lead to drive excellence in early years education. This is a pivotal leadership role combining outstanding classroom practice with strategic responsibility for EYFS provision across the academy. Interviews will be done on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement a coherent, ambitious and inclusive EYFS curriculum aligned to Ark s framework and statutory guidanceCreate a language-rich, stimulating learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence and purposeful playPromote strong outcomes across all areas of learning, including communication and language, early literacy and mathematicsLine manage EYFS staff, including teachers and support staff, providing clear expectations, regular feedback and professional guidanceEnsure statutory requirements, safeguarding expectations and health and safety standards are consistently metKnowledge and Skills: Demonstrable commitment to raising attainment of all students in a challenging classroom environmentKnowledge of the national primary education system, the primary curriculum, particularly the English and maths programmeProven experience of high-impact teaching and learning in EYFSStrong understanding of child development, early language acquisition and play-based pedagogyExperience embedding strong routines, behaviour expectations