EYFS Leader
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £32,916.00 to £51,048.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 32916 - 51048 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2026 |
| Location: | Rotherham, S66 8JN |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | APR20260338 |
Summary
Leader of Early Years - Maltby Manor AcademySalary: MPS/UPS (£32,916 to £51,048 per annum) + TLR 2a (3,527 per annum)Are you a talented EYFS leader looking for a new challenge?In order to build capacity and drive school improvement, we are seeking to appoint a senior leader with a passion and deep knowledge of Early Years to drive this most vital aspect of our Academy to the next level of successful performance. For a suitably qualified candidate, there will be the opportunity to develop the role to influence more widely across the Trust.We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and talented leader to the post of Leader of Early Years. In this role you will be working with a dedicated EYFS team to develop an outstanding offer for foundation age children at Maltby Manor Academy. The successful candidate will be a highly effective practitioner with the skills and attributes to lead a team of staff and drive improvement. If the successful candidate is suitably experienced, there is the potential for enhanced opportunities to be offered to support the development of EYFS practice across the Primary phase of the Trust. As Leader of Early Years, you will be committed to supporting our ambition to secure high levels of attainment and progress for all our young people through delivering exceptional experiences from a child's first moment in school.As leader of Early Years at Maltby Manor Academy, the person appointed will be working as part of the Senior Leadership Team of a highly inspirational and ambitious academy, which strives for excellence in all it does in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for its pupils.The Maltby Learning Trust is a successful and highly collaborative partnership of local schools committed to raising the educational ambitions of the communities it serves. As part of the Trust, we can offer the successful candidate a variety of opportunities for development and progression across all phases.Are you someone who:Who can influence practice and establish exceptional learning experiences?Can coach and model exemplary pedagogy in the classroom?Can develop and deliver strategic plans for improving education across the EYFS setting?Is committed to developing a culture of CPD and collaboration?Has the energy and enthusiasm to engage staff and pupils?Can champion change and think differently?The successful candidate will be:An outstanding EYFS practitioner and leader, who secures excellent progress and attainment by exciting and inspiring learners through their innovative practice.An ambitious and enthusiastic professional who is committed to raising standards for all.A dedicated team player who is willing to contribute to leadership in their own academy and beyond.A positive individual who is able to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas.In return we offer:Modern, purpose built learning spaces, which inspire exceptional teaching and learningExcellent career development opportunities and access to a comprehensive continuous programme of personalised 'Professional Learning and Development' (PLD)An excellent induction programme with dynamic, driven and supportive staffSupportive induction and mentoringCollaboration within a Multi-Academy TrustEmployee benefits, including:Cycle to work scheme24/7 GP accessCash Healthcare PlanStaff Rewards GatewaySmart TechCareer ProgressionMaltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful, you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check A visit to the Academy is warmly welcomed and can be arranged with the Academy Principal, Mrs Kate Atkin.For more details and to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact info@maltbymanoracademy.com or alternatively call the school office via 01709 813300.