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Assistant Head Teacher [Early Years, Nursery and Nursery SEND]

Job Introduction

Assistant Headteacher [Early Years, Nursery and Nursery SEND]

Woodrow First School

Contract: Full time and permanent

Start: September 2026

Salary: Leadership 1-5

woodrowfirstschool.co.uk

Woodrow First School is seeking to appoint an outstanding and experienced Early Years teacher to join our senior leadership team with responsibility for leading and developing our Early Years provision and taking on the role of Nursery SENCO.

This is an excellent opportunity to join Woodrow First school, a unique and forward-thinking school, with a clear vision to inspire and support all members of our community.

This exciting role involves leading the development of our EYFS provision and in particular shaping the strategic expansion of the school Nursery. We are looking to appoint a candidate who:

Is an outstanding EYFS practitioner with a strong record of impact
Has experience of leadership within Early Years
Can lead, inspire and develop a team of staff with high expectations of behaviour and achievement for all children – across the whole EYFS age range
Is committed to working in partnership with parents and carers
Will make a positive contribution to the wider school community
Has a strong knowledge of Early Years inclusive practise

To join our team, you will need:

Qualified Teacher Status
Significant QTS post qualification experience of delivering the EYFS within 0-5 age range
Experience in an Early Years leadership role
Experience of working in an inclusive environment
Proven experience of supporting children with additional learning needs
A positive creative approach to managing change
To be committed to a child-led curriculum and excited by this way of learning
To take on responsibility for the assessment and monitoring of children’s progress across the whole Early Years age range

Woodrow offers:

A supportive and welcoming staff team and governing body
A strong network with a range of partners
CPD tailored to individuals
Beautiful and extensive grounds, with a growing focus on outdoor learning
Amazing children who are keen to learn

Visits to our friendly school are welcomed. Please contact the school office for further details on 01527 527619

Deadline for applications: 14th May

Interviews to be held w/b 18th May

Woodrow First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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