Key Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for Early Excellence, upholding the principles, practice, and provision on which the organisation is founded
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all relevant policy affecting EYFS and KS1, including DfE, Ofsted, and current research
• Contribute proactively to the Curriculum Team, supporting collaboration and a strong team ethos
• Support business development by identifying key stakeholders and building relationships with schools, academy trusts, and local authorities to meet their improvement and training needs
• Deliver bespoke training and consultancy to schools requiring rapid improvement, supporting both practice and the development of high-quality learning environments, indoors and outdoors
• Lead and contribute to bespoke projects, both online and face-to-face, with travel to schools and settings nationwide as required
• Plan and deliver high-quality training at all levels, including headteacher meetings, phase leader briefings, and practitioner courses
• Contribute to the development of online training, digital products, and supporting materials
• Produce engaging promotional content for courses and events, and actively use social media to showcase impact and success
• Adhere to the company’s safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures, as well as those of the schools and settings visited

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a BEd (Hons) or BA + PGCE (specialising in ages 3–7)
• Minimum of 10 years’ school-based teaching experience within Early Years and Key Stage 1
• Proven experience in a leadership role (e.g. Early Years Leader)
• Experience supporting schools beyond your own setting (particularly Reception and Year 1), such as Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) Lead, Local Authority Adviser, or Independent Consultant or Trainer
• Strong, evidence-based knowledge of child development, assessment and data, and effective practice and provision in Early Years and/or KS1
• A confident, engaging communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective professional relationships
• Competent and confident in IT and current technology, school assessment systems, and social media and online platforms
• Ability to produce high-quality written content, including blogs, guidance, and training materials
• Full UK driving licence, access to own vehicle with business class 1 insurance, and willingness to travel extensively
• Based in the Midlands, with flexibility to travel across the South and North of England as required
• Willingness to undergo regular DBS checks in line with safeguarding requirements

Desirable

• Experience in a senior leadership role (e.g. Assistant Headteacher) for a minimum of 3 years
• Specialism in SEND / Inclusion