EYFS Lead

Job Title: EYFS Lead

This role will be class based in the EYFS but PPA and additional leadership planning time per week will be given.

E‑ACT Merchants’ Academy – Ambition, Community, Opportunity

E‑ACT Merchants’ Academy is a welcoming, ambitious all‑through school serving the heart of South Bristol. Spanning Nursery to Sixth Form, the academy provides a strong sense of continuity and community, offering children and young people a supportive, inclusive environment in which to learn and grow.

With a dedicated Primary and Secondary phase, our academy provides a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where students are encouraged to work hard, embrace challenges, and develop the confidence they need to succeed. Our staff team is committed to delivering a broad and aspirational curriculum, enriched by strong pastoral care and a focus on personal development.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Joining Merchants’ Academy means becoming part of a collaborative, values‑driven educational community. As an E‑ACT colleague, you’ll also have access to excellent professional development, supportive

networks, and the chance to help shape the future of a school committed to raising aspirations and celebrating excellence.

If you are ready to support and inspire children and young people across a diverse and vibrant school community, we would love to hear from you.

Merchants Primary Academy is seeking an exceptional EYFS Lead to inspire, motivate and drive excellence across our Early Years provision. We are looking for a passionate practitioner who believes wholeheartedly in giving children the very best start, creating a nurturing, stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

As our EYFS Lead, you will shape high-quality learning experiences, model outstanding practice, and lead a committed team with creativity, ambition and care. If you are driven by improving outcomes, fostering curiosity, and building strong foundations for lifelong learning, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Evaluating pupils' progress, achievement and attainment, and report to the Senior Leadership Team/Head teacher 
• Moderating with the EYFS team evaluate and consider next steps from the data including baseline data 
• Being responsible to the Head for co-ordinating the work of the EYFS, supporting and advising as appropriate 
• Establish good relationships, encourage good working practices and support and lead and coach teachers in the EYFS. 
• Monitor progress across the EYFS and ensure appropriate action plans are in place. 

Pay range: M1 - M6 - £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 plus TLR2A - £3,527.00 

Qualifications and Skills: 

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
• Evidence of continuous professional development related to Early Years or leadership.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and early learning pedagogy.
• Creative, reflective, and committed to delivering an ambitious and inclusive EYFS environment.
• A passion for nurturing children’s curiosity, independence, and love of learning. What are we about?

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits: 

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.