Assistant Head of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
About This Role
Are you an exceptional educator ready to inspire, lead, and innovate in the realm of early childhood education? Cairo English School (CES) is seeking a skilled Assistant Head of Early Years Foundation Stage to join our community in August 2026. We are in search of an individual who possesses a fervor for learning, creativity, and strong leadership within our dynamic school environment.
About the Role:
At CES, effective leadership goes beyond simple guidance; it entails motivating others, nurturing lasting partnerships, creatively overcoming challenges, and driving change with a novel, visionary perspective. As the Assistant Head of EYFS, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing, engaging, and high-achieving environment for our youngest pupils. Your focus will be on supporting their academic and social growth while ensuring smooth transitions from EYFS to Key Stage 1.
Curriculum Overview:
CES adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework 2021, adapted to the unique Egyptian context. We are looking for a leader with a deep understanding of the EYFS framework and a proven track record of implementing it effectively in a diverse international school setting. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a history of outstanding practice, strong leadership abilities, and a knack for building positive relationships with children, staff, and families.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- A minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- A solid record of exceptional teaching and innovative curriculum delivery in EYFS.
- Expertise in creating engaging, high-quality learning environments that foster excellence.
- Experience in assessing provisions and leveraging data to improve outcomes.
- Strong engagement with parents, along with effective strategies for home-school collaboration.
- Successful experience in applying assessment methods that enhance student achievement.
- The ability to inspire, lead, and motivate both students and staff.
Essential Skills and Knowledge Should Include:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A proven ability to raise pupil achievement and behavior standards.
- In-depth knowledge of how young children learn and thrive in the Early Years.
- Creativity in implementing a well-rounded, relevant EYFS curriculum.
- Evidence of inspiring and challenging staff to achieve excellence.
- A collaborative approach with a positive and proactive attitude.
- Proficient use of ICT and data to strategically enhance learning.
Benefits:
CES offers its Senior Leadership Team (SLT) the following benefits:
- A tax-free salary paid in both EGP and GBP.
- A renewable two-year contract.
- An annual flight or cash equivalent.
- A monthly cash housing allowance.
- Comprehensive international medical insurance.
- A settling-in allowance.
- Paid vacation in July and August.
- A 5% retirement benefit.
- Free transportation to and from school.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents with their application:
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) with a recent photograph.
- A cover letter outlining your educational philosophy and suitability for the position.
- Contact details for three professional referees who can attest to your leadership abilities.
Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Cairo English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The chosen candidate will be subject to background checks and must adhere to our child protection policies.
Apply via the WhatSchool platform.