EYFS Phase Leader

EYFS Phase Leader – Transform Early Years in Redbridge’s Most Dynamic Team

Seize your chance to shape the future of Early Years education as the EYFS Phase Leader at a high-achieving, transformative primary school in Redbridge. If you are an inspiring classroom practitioner ready to set the standard for excellence, this EYFS Phase Leader role gives you the influence to build, innovate, and elevate practice across your phase—while making a truly profound impact on children, colleagues and families. We seek a driven and creative educator poised to take the EYFS curriculum to the next level while advancing your leadership path in a values-led, supportive school.
As an EYFS Phase Leader here, you will grow into a pivotal leadership role while working alongside passionate, expert colleagues. You’ll drive curriculum development, nurture a high-performing EYFS team, and champion outstanding child-centred learning. Enrich your experience in an Ofsted-rated ‘Good to Outstanding’ school where CPD is exceptional, resources are state-of-the-art, and leadership is truly invested in your potential. Every day offers tangible rewards in impact, teamwork, and career fulfilment.
Key Highlights:

EYFS Phase Leader – shaping Redbridge’s EYFS strategy and teams
Outer London MPS1-6 (£37,870 – £50,474) per year + TLR
Based in a thriving, well-resourced Redbridge primary school
Ofsted ‘Good to Outstanding’: ambitious, supportive, and child-focused
Stellar CPD, clear leadership progression, tailored mentoring
Perfect for exceptional EYFS practitioners/QTS teachers aiming for leadership
Work in modern, inspiring EYFS settings with inclusive ethos and top facilities

What You'll Be Doing:

Leading and inspiring the EYFS team to deliver outstanding provision
Driving curriculum innovation, pedagogy and assessment best practice
Monitoring standards, coaching colleagues, and enhancing outcomes
Developing strategies to close gaps and celebrate every child’s progress
Collaborating with SLT and contributing to strategic whole-school improvement
Leading parent engagement and supporting positive transitions to KS1

Ideal EYFS Phase Leader for this Redbridge School:

UK-trained EYFS teacher with QTS
Track record of Good or Outstanding teaching, with strong references
ECTs considered if exceptionally driven and impactful in Early Years
Inspiring classroom practitioner with a solution-focused mindset
Demonstrated leadership within EYFS or readiness to step into phase leadership
Committed to inclusion, pupil wellbeing and high expectations for all

Why Join This Redbridge School?:

Supportive, visionary SLT deeply invested in professional development
Rich opportunities for leadership growth and whole-school impact
Forward-thinking, collaborative culture where innovation is celebrated
Exceptional parental engagement and thriving school community
Modern learning environments with outstanding EYFS resources and outdoor space
Behaviour standards are high and pastoral care is exceptional

Are you ready to inspire, lead change, and leave a legacy as our new EYFS Phase Leader? Secure a career-defining post at a renowned Redbridge school where your vision, skills and leadership will be invested in, celebrated, and developed. Apply now—be the EYFS Phase Leader who shapes remarkable futures.
How to Apply

Ready to lead and inspire in EYFS? Don’t wait—Redbridge needs your expertise now! Interviews are already underway, so submit your application today to secure your chance to make an immediate impact as a Phase Leader or Primary School Teacher. This opportunity won’t last—act fast!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!