Head of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

St Dunstan's College is seeking to appoint an outstanding and ambitious Junior School Form Teacher to join the middle management team as a Section Head. This role is well suited to an experienced practitioner who is ready to take the next step in their career. Applications are welcomed from candidates with strong EYFS experience, including those currently teaching outside EYFS, provided there is a willingness to move into Pre-School or Reception.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear record of excellent classroom practice and a strong commitment to both academic achievement and pastoral care. They will be able to articulate a clear vision for raising standards within EYFS, building on existing strengths and momentum to further improve outcomes at this key transition point. A sound working knowledge of EYFS statutory frameworks, compliance and regulatory requirements essential, along with the ability to ensure these are consistently and effectively met.

This position would suit an enthusiastic, reflective and forward-thinking professional who enjoys working as part of a supportive, creative and committed pastoral team. The post-holder will take responsibility for the education, development and wellbeing of all pupils within their section and will play a full role in the dynamic and ambitious life of the College, embracing its academic, pastoral and co-curricular ethos.

This is a full-time post within the Junior School, commencing in September 2026. The leadership responsibility includes dedicated time allocation to ensure that operational and strategic duties are managed proactively and effectively. In addition to their teaching responsibilities, the Head of EYFS will work closely with the Head of Junior School, Deputy Heads and the wider Junior School leadership teams to foster a culture of high expectations, ambition and continuous improvement across EYFS provision.

Applications Close: 0900 15 May 2026

Longlist and Shortlisting Interviews: Week Commencing 18th May

Start Date: September 2026

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Competitive

St Dunstan's Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. As this role involves 'regulated activity' with children the successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure application. Employment will be conditional upon St Dunstan's Education Group being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS check and the outcome of all other checks.

St Dunstan's Education Group will also carry out a check of the Children's Barred List on the successful applicant. Applicants should be aware that it is unlawful for St Dunstan's Education Group to employ anyone to work with children if they are barred from doing so, and it is a criminal offence for a person to apply to work with children if they are barred from doing so.

This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and St Dunstan's Education Group is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are 'spent' unless they are 'protected' under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

St Dunstan's College is seeking to appoint an outstanding and ambitious Junior School Form Teacher to join the middle management team as a Section Head. This role is well suited to an experienced practitioner who is ready to take the next step in their career. Applications are welcomed from candidates with strong EYFS experience, including those currently teaching outside EYFS, provided there is a willingness to move into Pre-School or Reception.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear record of excellent classroom practice and a strong commitment to both academic achievement and pastoral care. They will be able to articulate a clear vision for raising standards within EYFS, building on existing strengths and momentum to further improve outcomes at this key transition point. A sound working knowledge of EYFS statutory frameworks, compliance and regulatory requirements essential, along with the ability to ensure these are consistently and effectively met.

This position would suit an enthusiastic, reflective and forward-thinking professional who enjoys working as part of a supportive, creative and committed pastoral team. The post-holder will take responsibility for the education, development and wellbeing of all pupils within their section and will play a full role in the dynamic and ambitious life of the College, embracing its academic, pastoral and co-curricular ethos.

St Dunstan's Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. As this role involves 'regulated activity' with children the successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure application. Employment will be conditional upon St Dunstan's Education Group being satisfied with the result of the Enhanced DBS check and the outcome of all other checks.

St Dunstan's Education Group will also carry out a check of the Children's Barred List on the successful applicant. Applicants should be aware that it is unlawful for St Dunstan's Education Group to employ anyone to work with children if they are barred from doing so, and it is a criminal offence for a person to apply to work with children if they are barred from doing so.

This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and St Dunstan's Education Group is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are 'spent' unless they are 'protected' under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.