Early Years Leader

About the School – St Andrews Sathorn

Overview:

St. Andrews International School, Sathorn, is a vibrant and inclusive community focused on fostering academic success and holistic development. We are seeking a talented and passionate Early Years Leader to strengthen our leadership team. This pivotal role is essential in shaping the educational journey of our youngest learners, creating an atmosphere that promotes curiosity, resilience, and a love for learning.

We are thrilled to offer an opportunity for an experienced Early Years Leader to join our outstanding team.

About Cognita:

Cognita is a well-respected entity in global independent education. Founded in 2004, our expanding network includes over 100 schools in 21 countries—across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East—serving more than 100,000 students. Each school maintains its distinct character, yet we share a unified mission: to create a setting where everyone can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

At Cognita, we appreciate that every student is unique. We celebrate their individual traits and strengths, offering academic, social, and emotional support no matter where they are located. Although our schools differ in identity, they benefit from shared insights, opportunities, and best practices, ensuring that each child receives a truly exceptional education.

Our customized approach enables every school, educator, and student to excel in their specific strengths.

About the Role:

Position Objective

The main goals for the Early Years Leader at St Andrews International Schools include:

• Ensuring the smooth daily operation of the early years program
• Leading by example, embodying our core values of Care, Success, Innovation, and Inclusion
• Enhancing the Primary curriculum through outstanding and adaptable teaching and learning practices
• Building relationships with faculty, students, staff, and parents

What you will be doing:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Teaching

• Implementing high-quality teaching practices within the Early Years framework, consistent with the English National Curriculum
• Crafting and facilitating engaging learning environments
• Nurturing strong connections with students, staff, and parents

2. Leadership

• Acting as a positive role model for the entire Sathorn community
• Contributing to the Senior Leadership Team, advancing school-wide priorities and continuous enhancement
• Overseeing the daily functioning of the Early Years program
• Managing Early Years Teachers and Teaching Assistants
• Working with the DSL, LS Coordinator, and KS1 Coordinator to ensure seamless transitions to KS1

3. Communication

• Maintaining ongoing communication with Early Years parents through platforms such as Seesaw, family-friendly mornings, and newsletters
• Leading parent engagement initiatives for Early Years, including workshops, coffee mornings, and meetings with parent representatives
• Planning and supervising larger Early Years events
• Ensuring effective internal communication for staff through regular meetings, weekly updates, and policy revisions
• Assisting parents with escalated concerns

4. Professional Development

• Coordinating the induction and training of new Early Years staff members
• Leading continuous professional development for Early Years staff in line with the overall school development strategy, focusing on high-quality teaching and learning
• Implementing CPD and coaching cycles to enhance teaching and learning in the Early Years

5. Curriculum & Teaching

• Managing and overseeing the Early Years curriculum, leading regular review cycles
• Ensuring the curriculum has the necessary resources
• Collaborating with subject and phase leaders to maintain consistent curriculum delivery
• Partnering with the Head of School to ensure alignment with the school's vision and priorities

6. Operational

• Assisting in the management of staffing and recruitment strategies
• Overseeing budget allocation and management

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