Deputy Head of Primary - August 2026

GEMS FirstPoint School is seeking to appoint an exceptional and experienced leader to the role of Deputy Head of Primary (EYFS & KS1). This is a key senior leadership opportunity within our high performing, premium British curriculum school, rated Outstanding by BSO and Very Good by KHDA.

The successful candidate will lead the strategic development of EYFS and Key Stage 1 while playing a central role in driving school improvement across the entire Primary phase (EYFS to Year 6). The role combines specialist expertise in early and lower primary education with wider whole primary leadership responsibilities.

Whole primary school improvement

• Lead and drive strategic school improvement priorities across the Primary phase
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Primary School Improvement Plan
• Monitor standards, teaching quality, and pupil outcomes across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Work closely with the Head of Primary and wider leadership team to secure measurable impact
• Lead primary wide quality assurance processes including learning walks, book looks, moderation, and data reviews

Strategic leadership (EYFS & KS1 specialism)

• Lead the strategic development of EYFS and KS1, ensuring alignment with whole school priorities
• Champion outstanding early years practice rooted in child development and research informed pedagogy
• Ensure seamless transition from EYFS through KS1 and into KS2
• Drive high standards across all curriculum areas, including MOE subjects

Teaching, learning and curriculum

• Embed evidence informed teaching practice across the Primary phase
• Lead curriculum refinement to ensure strong foundations and clear progression for all pupils
• Support middle leaders in curriculum implementation and impact evaluation
• Ensure high quality learning environments across early and lower primary

Assessment and outcomes

• Oversee assessment, moderation, and tracking systems across Primary
• Use data strategically to inform intervention, accelerate progress, and close attainment gaps
• Ensure strong EYFS GLD outcomes, KS1 attainment, and secure transition into KS2

Staff development and leadership capacity

• Lead professional learning across the Primary phase
• Coach and develop middle leaders and aspiring leaders
• Strengthen accountability systems while maintaining a culture of support, collaboration, and professional growth

Pastoral and community leadership

• Promote a nurturing, inclusive, and safe Primary environment
• Strengthen parental engagement, particularly within the early years
• Model visible, values led leadership across the school community