Head of Early Years

Job overview

Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi is seeking an inspirational Head of Early Years to lead and develop its provision from Pre-Nursery to Reception.

Reporting to the Head of Prep, the successful candidate will establish a clear and ambitious vision for outstanding Early Years education, ensuring that Curiosity, Confidence and Kindness are embedded throughout the curriculum, learning environment and culture.

The successful candidate will be an exceptional Early Years practitioner with a deep understanding of the EYFS, purposeful play, continuous provision and high-quality adult interaction. They will lead teaching, learning and assessment, with particular responsibility for early language, literacy, phonics and reading.

They will inspire and develop the Early Years team, ensure outstanding pastoral care and build strong relationships with parents. They will also support admissions and marketing activities and lead Bright Start, the College’s parent-and-toddler programme.

The successful candidate will have:

• A relevant degree and recognised teaching qualification.
• Significant Early Years teaching and leadership experience.
• A deep understanding of the EYFS, assessment and progression.
• Strong knowledge of early language, literacy, phonics and reading.
• A proven ability to improve teaching and develop staff.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and outstanding pastoral care.
• Experience in a high-quality British or international school is desirable.

We are seeking a visionary, energetic and proactive leader who can inspire colleagues and create an environment in which every child is happy, safe, curious and confident.

Safeguarding and equal opportunities

Brighton College Bangkok Vibhavadi is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory safer-recruitment and pre-employment checks, including identity and qualification verification, professional references and relevant UK, international and local police checks.

The College is committed to equality of opportunity and fair recruitment practices.