Early Years Phase Leader & Class Teacher

Shorefields; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Basildon is looking for an Early Years Phase Leader and Class Teacher to lead the EYFS team. You will mentor staff and ensure high-quality teaching. The candidate should be passionate about children's development, possess excellent leadership skills, and have experience with EYFS children. This full-time role offers a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the closing date.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Access to great facilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an effective good and outstanding classroom teacher.
• Experience of working with EYFS/reception aged children in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Early Years phase.
• Coaching and mentoring staff to ensure high-quality teaching.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Experience with EYFS

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Early Years Phase Leader and Class Teacher role at Giffards Primary School. This application uses its own form; please download the application form from the link provided (Essex School Jobs cannot auto-fill school-created forms).

Job Ref: ECC2942-128S | Position Type: Leader/Co-ordinator | Pay: MPS + TLR 2a

Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 (or earlier if available) | Contract Type: Full-time | Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 23/02/2026 (Midday) | Date of Interviews: To be confirmed

Working Context: We are a good/outstanding, 2-form entry primary school with outstanding provision in the Early Years.

About the role

As a member of the School’s Extended Leadership Team, you will be responsible for the quality of teaching and learning across EYFS. An excellent grasp of leading phonics will be an advantage. A large part of the Phase Leader role will include coaching and mentoring staff within the phase to ensure that teaching and learning is at least good or outstanding. The post will be a class-based role with non-contact time, in addition to PPA, provided to allow leadership responsibilities to be fulfilled. Ultimately, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Early Years phase.

The successful candidate will have

• The motivation to achieve the very best for the children in our care and be relentless in the pursuit of excellence
• Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills as well as the ability to inspire and challenge colleagues
• Proven experience as an effective good and outstanding classroom teacher
• Experience of working with EYFS/reception aged children in a school setting
• Have the ability to lead aspects of school improvement and ensure that all children are given opportunities to excel
• Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour

In return we can offer

• A great working environment with lovely, friendly children who enjoy coming to school
• A great team of hard-working, dedicated and supportive staff and governors
• A school that is committed to high expectations for all
• A well-resourced school with great facilities
• A fantastic outside area
• A firm commitment to you and your professional development
• Friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking colleagues, staff and Governors
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference

If you have the desire and drive to ensure children achieve their best, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We strongly advise a visit to the school prior to application. Please call Nicky Haslam-Davis, Headteacher on 01375 672138 to arrange a visit or request an informal chat.

Please complete the application in full as any incomplete applications will not be considered. CVs cannot be accepted. The closing date will be earlier if a suitable candidate is found, so we recommend submitting your application at your earliest convenience.

Giffards Primary School is committed to the protection and safety of all pupils and adheres to Safer Recruitment guidelines. The appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. This is a public-facing role and the successful candidate must speak fluent English.

Closing date: Monday 23rd February | Interview Date: ASAP after closing or earlier for the right candidate

Information about the School

Giffards has been a primary school since 2005, with the amalgamation of the previous Infant and Junior schools. We currently have 14 classes with 405 pupils. We are a welcoming, friendly and inclusive primary academy, where we nurture and celebrate the achievements of all of our children. We have a large, experienced team of teachers and LSAs as well as specialist Music and PE staff. This has created a large school. We have invested heavily in ICT; all our classrooms have interactive screens as does our music room. We have an ICT suite with 30 computers plus interactive screen and also every child has access to their own chrome book as well as a set of headphones. All teaching staff have their own laptops which are used for planning and centralisation of information and resources.

Giffards Primary School continues to be a good school. The pupils at Giffards Primary School are walking, talking examples of the school’s values, particularly being caring and respectful. They build warm, supportive relationships with staff — Ofsted March 2022

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact: Lee Wallings - SBM
Queen Elizabeth Drive
Corringham, Stanford-le-Hope
Essex, SS17 7TG
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