Coventry City Council
Early Learning Lead - Grange Farm Primary School
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What is the job role?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Grange Farm for somebody to join the Leadership Team as Early Learning Lead from January 2027. Grange Farm are looking for somebody who has a clear vision, passion for early children’s learning and a track record of success of delivering an engaging curriculum in the Early Years environment. The successful candidate will have the responsibility of modelling excellence in teaching and learning and curriculum development in Reception, alongside leading and managing the educational progress of all children in Reception and all staff in the phase.
Alongside overseeing the development of Reception at Grange Farm, the successful candidate will also have responsibility for ensuring strong foundations that are taught in Reception continue into Key Stage 1. The successful candidate will work closely with staff in Key Stage 1, particularly Year 1 staff.
We are looking for somebody who:
- Can work as part of the Leadership Team to put children at the heart of decision making.
- Is able to demonstrate excellent teaching within Early Years.
- Is knowledgeable and passionate about the Early Years and Key Stage 1 curriculum.
- Has a strong commitment to raising achievement.
- Can inspire, motivate and excite children and staff.
- Thinks strategically in order to lead a key area.
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Our commitment as Senior Leaders for the successful candidate would be:
- An SLT that wishes to empower school leaders.
- Commitment to your professional development.
- Dedicated management time to fulfil your extra responsibilities.
Visits to the school are actively encouraged – please contact our school office to arrange this. Alternatively, we are happy to organise a telephone conversation with the Headteacher if this would be preferred.
Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification
Closing date: Friday 16th October 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 21st October 2026
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Who are we looking for?
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
Coventry City Council
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