Early Years Lead/Class Teacher - Reception
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 April 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B44 0BX |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 21e5ac63-cdcd-417f-8a30-c67989e7bfb1 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you ready to inspire, nurture, and lead the youngest learners on their educational journey?Kingsthorne Primary School is seeking a dedicated and visionary Early Years Lead/Class Teacher for our Reception class. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Early Years provision in a school where every child and staff member is truly valued. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment, we would love to welcome you to our community.
As our Early Years Lead/Class Teacher for Reception, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Early Years Foundation Stage at Kingsthorne. You will have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire, ensuring that our youngest children experience a joyful, purposeful start to their learning journey. Your leadership will help to create a seamless transition into Year 1 and set the tone for lifelong learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic phase leadership for the Early Years, guiding the transition into Year 1 and ensuring continuity and excellence across the phase.
• Lead the ongoing development of Reception and Nursery provision, fostering a stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• Further enhance the EYFS curriculum, embedding best practice and creative approaches that enable children to reach their full potential.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external partners to ensure our Early Years setting remains at the forefront of educational innovation.
• Champion the development of oracy across the school, fostering confident communicators.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and caring professional who shares our commitment to putting children at the heart of everything we do. If you are motivated by the opportunity to lead and inspire, and you believe in the power of teamwork, you will feel right at home at Kingsthorne.
We’re Looking For:
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their early development.
• Experience in teaching within the Early Years, with the confidence and ambition to lead others.
• A clear, forward-thinking vision for what outstanding Early Years provision should look like.
• The drive and motivation to lead positive change and make a lasting impact.
• A proven ability to raise attainment and create high-quality learning experiences in Early Years.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and as a leader.
What the school offers its staff
About Kingsthorne Primary School
Situated in the heart of Kingstanding, KingsthornePrimary School is proud to be a welcoming, diverse, and fully-inclusive school. Our ethos centres on celebrating individuality and fostering a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment where children from all backgrounds can flourish, and where staff are empowered to grow both personally and professionally. At Kingsthorne, we believe that a strong, supportive community is the foundation for success—both in and out of the classroom.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
• The chance to make a real difference as part of a vibrant, inclusive school community.
• The opportunity to have strategic influence and help shape the future of our Early Years setting.
• A collaborative and supportive leadership team who are committed to your success and wellbeing.
• Access to ongoing professional development, with encouragement to pursue your own learning and career aspirations.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Are you ready to inspire, nurture, and lead the youngest learners on their educational journey?Kingsthorne Primary School is seeking a dedicated and visionary Early Years Lead/Class Teacher for our Reception class. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Early Years provision in a school where every child and staff member is truly valued. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment, we would love to welcome you to our community.
As our Early Years Lead/Class Teacher for Reception, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Early Years Foundation Stage at Kingsthorne. You will have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire, ensuring that our youngest children experience a joyful, purposeful start to their learning journey. Your leadership will help to create a seamless transition into Year 1 and set the tone for lifelong learning.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic phase leadership for the Early Years, guiding the transition into Year 1 and ensuring continuity and excellence across the phase.
• Lead the ongoing development of Reception and Nursery provision, fostering a stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• Further enhance the EYFS curriculum, embedding best practice and creative approaches that enable children to reach their full potential.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external partners to ensure our Early Years setting remains at the forefront of educational innovation.
• Champion the development of oracy across the school, fostering confident communicators.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and caring professional who shares our commitment to putting children at the heart of everything we do. If you are motivated by the opportunity to lead and inspire, and you believe in the power of teamwork, you will feel right at home at Kingsthorne.
We’re Looking For:
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their early development.
• Experience in teaching within the Early Years, with the confidence and ambition to lead others.
• A clear, forward-thinking vision for what outstanding Early Years provision should look like.
• The drive and motivation to lead positive change and make a lasting impact.
• A proven ability to raise attainment and create high-quality learning experiences in Early Years.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and as a leader.
What the school offers its staff
About Kingsthorne Primary School
Situated in the heart of Kingstanding, KingsthornePrimary School is proud to be a welcoming, diverse, and fully-inclusive school. Our ethos centres on celebrating individuality and fostering a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment where children from all backgrounds can flourish, and where staff are empowered to grow both personally and professionally. At Kingsthorne, we believe that a strong, supportive community is the foundation for success—both in and out of the classroom.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
• The chance to make a real difference as part of a vibrant, inclusive school community.
• The opportunity to have strategic influence and help shape the future of our Early Years setting.
• A collaborative and supportive leadership team who are committed to your success and wellbeing.
• Access to ongoing professional development, with encouragement to pursue your own learning and career aspirations.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.