EYFS Phase Lead - Specialist SEN School

Cheshire
MPS / UPS + TLR
Maternity Cover - May or September Start

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school for an EYFS Phase Lead to join their middle leadership team. This is a non-class-based leadership role with responsibility for leading the Early Years phase and managing staff within the department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EYFS teacher or current middle leader who is passionate about SEND and wants to play a key role in shaping provision, curriculum and outcomes for pupils with complex needs.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

Lead and manage the EYFS phase
Line manage teachers within the phase, including appraisals and staff development
Monitor quality of teaching, learning and assessment
Track pupil progress and ensure high expectations across the phase
Support curriculum development and school improvement planning
Work closely with SLT and multi-disciplinary teams
Support staff to meet the needs of pupils with complex SENDThis is a strategic leadership role and would suit someone looking to move into, or further develop within, middle leadership in a specialist setting.

The School

The school is a specialist provision supporting pupils aged 4-19 with autism and additional learning needs. The school works with a range of professionals including therapists and behaviour specialists to provide highly personalised education and support.

Requirements

Essential:

Qualified Teacher Status
Experience within EYFS
Experience working with pupils with SEND
Experience leading or developing curriculum
Strong understanding of the EYFS frameworkDesirable:

SEND qualification
Middle leadership qualification (e.g. NPQSL)
Leadership experience within a SEND setting

Salary & Benefits

MPS / UPS + TLR
Excellent training and CPD
Supportive leadership team
Wellbeing and health support services
Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils with complex needs

Start Date

June 2026 preferred (September 2026 considered)