EYFS Phase Leader

EYFS Phase Leader – Shaping the EYFS Future in Sutton’s Leading Primary

Looking for an exhilarating next step? This EYFS Phase Leader post in Sutton is your opportunity to drive transformative change in a thriving primary school. As the new EYFS Phase Leader, you’ll empower both colleagues and learners, ensuring every child’s start to school life is as inspiring as their potential. If you’re a dynamic, visionary educator with a burning commitment to early years excellence, this coveted leadership platform awaits you.

As the EYFS Phase Leader, you will be immersed in a vibrant community that’s proud to nurture future-ready learners and passionate practitioners. From day one, you’ll benefit from exceptional mentoring, innovative resources, and a collaborative ethos. This school champions creative leadership and offers industry-best CPD pathways—ideal for those ready to influence early education at a sector-leading level. Enjoy an inspiring environment rated ‘Good to Outstanding’ by Ofsted, where ambition, wellbeing, and achievement flourish in tandem.

Key Highlights:
• EYFS Phase Leader – drive the vision for Early Years excellence
• Up to £190 Per Day DOE – generous, competitive daily rate for leaders
• Sutton – easily accessible, dynamic South London borough location
• Ofsted ‘Good to Outstanding’ – innovative, well-supported setting
• Outstanding CPD – tailored leadership training and fast-tracked progression
• Ideal for: Experienced EYFS leader with QTS and proven Early Years impact
• Beautifully resourced Foundation Stage and stimulating outdoor provision
• Commitment to staff wellbeing, creativity, and educational innovation

What You'll Be Doing:
• Leading, inspiring, and supporting EYFS teachers and support staff
• Overseeing EYFS curriculum delivery and assessment across the phase
• Modelling exemplary teaching and learning, both in and beyond the classroom
• Collaborating with SLT on strategic improvements and school-wide priorities
• Driving data-informed interventions to ensure all children thrive
• Building strong parent partnerships and community links

Ideal "EYFS Phase Leader" for this Sutton School:
• UK-trained, highly skilled educator with QTS
• Recent, impactful EYFS Phase Leader or Early Years Lead experience
• Proven track record of excellence in Early Years provision
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills
• Ambitious, forward-thinking, and relentlessly committed to pupil achievement

Why Join This Sutton School?:
• Visionary, supportive SLT and a culture of collaboration
• Robust CPD, including National Professional Qualifications and coaching
• Outstanding resources: state-of-the-art EYFS setting, forest school facilities
• Inclusive, positive ethos where both staff and children are celebrated
• Fast-track leadership pathways for exceptional practitioners

Step into this pivotal EYFS Phase Leader role and inspire Sutton’s youngest learners at a school that champions innovation and celebrates educators. Early applications are encouraged as interviews are arranged on a rolling basis—seize your opportunity to lead real change today.