EARLY YEARS TEACHER (EYTS)MANOR LODGE SCHOOLCandidate BriefAbout Manor LodgeFounded in 1991, Manor Lodge is a vibrant and successfulindependent day school for over 450 boys and girls aged 3 -11. The school is in Shenley, Hertfordshire; the 22 acre siteencompasses a Grade 2 listed building set in opencountryside nestling within fields, woodland and wildlife, yetonly 1 mile from junction 22 of the M25.  In 2018 after many years as Deputy Head, Alyson Lobotook over the mantle of Head Teacher with a clear visionfor the school. There are two curriculums, each of equalimportance. The academic curriculum is based on thetraditional values of excellent teaching and learning,measured in academic success. Then there is the hiddenone, embedded in everything we do, delivered toenhance character, creativity, motivation, curiosity,thinking, communication, collaboration, resilience andwellbeing, modelled by teachers and everyone in theschool environment who touch our children’s lives. Thisphilosophy is based on the principle that every childdeserves a childhood.Where the indoor and outdoor classrooms work in perfect harmony.OUR VALUESWHAT WE DOBe PositiveHave IntegrityShow KindnessGive Your AllTo deliver a forward-thinking curriculum that inspires intellectualcuriosity within each child, promotes academic excellence andindividual achievement.To offer a positive and stimulating environment that promotes thephilosophy of ‘learning without walls’.To encourage, support and invest in our staff to enable all individualsto thrive.To celebrate diversity and inclusivity in a community that values andcares for one another.To bring joy to childhood experiences by enabling our children to feelsafe and secure in an environment where each voice is heard and well-being is nurtured.OUR AIMSThe ISI Report 2023 stated that the quality of pupils’ academic and otherachievements is excellent. Pupils of all abilities achieve high standards across thecurriculum and make excellent progress from their different starting points. By the endof Year 6, the large majority of pupils are achieving, on average, two years ahead oftheir chronological age in both mathematics and English. In reading, gains madethroughout their journey means that the average Year 6 child has an average readingage of 6 years above their chronological age on leaving Manor Lodge. The inspectorsnoted that, ‘Pupils love learning; they have highly positive attitudes fostered by a richand challenging indoor and outdoor curriculum and a wide range of enrichmentopportunities.’ Our children are extremely successful in gaining entrance to highlycompetitive senior independent and state schools, with a large proportion beingawarded scholarships. Inspection evidence confirms that the school successfully meetsits aim to deliver a forward-thinking curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity withineach child, promotes academic excellence and individual achievement.Academic ExcellenceAt Manor Lodge we take the pastoral well-being andsafeguarding of all the members of our community, particularlythe children, very seriously. It is our firm belief that pastoral careand academic progress go hand-in-hand. Allowing children to have a childhood is at the core of ourpastoral support. We understand the importance of achievingacademic potential but not at the expense of their pastoral well-being. Aspects of the Manor Lodge community such as ourpassion for outdoor learning (and outstanding outdoor facilities),our varied sports programme, our house families, our schoolcouncil, our community projects, worry boxes and pastoral‘drop-in’ chats all contribute to creating a special culture wherewell-being is genuinely valued alongside academic progress. Wealso monitor and track the children’s attitudes to their peers,teachers, school-life and learning in order to ensure we have anexcellent understanding of how the children are feeling. ‘The quality of pupils’ personal development is excellent (ISI 2023)’Pastoral CareThe CandidateThe successful candidate will have the followingqualifications, experience and skills:ESSENTIALSAcademic Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or equivalent.Degree-level qualification in Early Childhood Education or arelated field.GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics, and Science atgrade C/4 or above.ExperienceProven experience working with children aged 0–5 in an earlyyears setting.Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver the Early YearsFoundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.Experience in observing, assessing, and recording children’sprogress.A dynamic, talented teacher committed to excellence,enjoyment and creativity. DESIRABLESAcademic Additional training in child development, safeguarding, orSEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).Paediatric First Aid certification.ExperienceExperience supporting children with additional needs.Previous involvement in parental engagement and partnershipworking.The CandidateThe successful candidate will have the followingqualifications, experience and skills:Organisational SkillsAbility to plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate learningactivities.Strong time management skills to balance teaching, assessment, andadministrative tasks.The ability to work to deadlines. Competence in maintaining accurate records and reports for children’sdevelopment.Capacity to manage resources effectively and create a safe, stimulatinglearning environment.Ability to work with initiative. Excellent organisational skills. Personal AttributesPassionate about early childhood education and committed toimproving outcomes for young children.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working withchildren, parents, and colleagues. Work effectively as part of a team. Excellent written, oral and presentational skills. Adaptable and resilient, able to respond positively tochanging needs and priorities.Ability to motivate individuals and teams to achieve theschool vision. The ability to show initiative. Solutions driven and resourceful. The ability to see change as an opportunity. A sense of humour and outgoing, positive personality. Caring and supportive of the children’s needs andcapabilities. Creative and enthusiastic, fostering curiosity and a loveof learning in young children.Knowledge of current educational issues. Strong sense of responsibility for safeguarding andpromoting children’s welfare.The RoleJob Title: Early Years Teacher (EYTS) Responsible to:The Head Teacher, Deputy Head Academic, Deputy Head Pastoral, Deputy HeadStandards & Co-curricular and Head of EYFS.  Main Duties and Responsibilities:Planning and TeachingTo plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality learning experiences for children aged0–5 years in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.To refer to medium and long-term plans and daily observations when planningage-appropriate lessons.To mark work in accordance with the school’s marking policy. To create a stimulating and safe environment that promotes curiosity,independence, and holistic development.Child Development and AssessmentTo observe, assess, and record children’s progress, ensuring individual learningneeds are met.To use assessment data to inform planning and share progress withparents/carers.To support the team to monitor and evaluate children’s learning through a rangeof assessment and monitoring strategies. Safeguarding and WelfareTo support the school’s commitment on safeguarding children in all aspects ofthe provision, including health and safety at all times and paying due regard torelevant risk assessments. To promote positive behaviour and emotional well-being.To provide support for the children’s emotional and social needs.  Collaboration and CommunicationTo develop positive and sensitive relationships with parents and carers tosupport their role in children’s learning. To provide positive constructive feedback on children’s progress on a day-to-day basis or through parent meetings, baseline and written assessments. To provide objective and accurate feedback and reports for parents andother professionals on children’s achievements, progress and related matters. To be responsible for updating pupil information sheets. To contribute to staff meetings, training sessions, and continuous professionaldevelopment. Curriculum and EnvironmentTo always maintain a tidy classroom and ensure that the equipment in it, is ingood order.To ensure resources are well-organised, age-appropriate, and supportlearning objectives.Classwork that is displayed in the classroom and corridors must be inaccordance with the Art and Display policy and create a stimulatingenvironment for learning. Professional ResponsibilitiesTo keep up to date with current early years research, legislation, and best practice.To be proactive in the continuation of your own training opportunities andperformance development to improve the outcomes for children and their families. To adhere to school/setting policies, including health and safety, safeguarding, andconfidentiality.To carry out break, lunch and late duties as arranged and to carry out a share ofcover for absent staff and additional duties, where necessary. To attend weekly staff meetings and planning meeting and any other meetingconcerned with the welfare of any member of their class or participate in smallerworking groups when requested. Attend assemblies and school functions, playing a active part in the wider aspects ofschool life. To organise and run an Extra Curricular club. To attend Parent Consultation Evenings and be prepared to communicate withparents individually as and when the need arises. Staff are expected to keep a recordof these communications. Depending on the type of communication, the SeniorManagement Team should be kept informed of such contact. They, in turn, will informthe Head Teacher of any necessary actions to be taken. To adhere to all school policies. Be a part of the school’s appraisal system. Participate with entrance testing days, Open Days, Inset and handover days. The staffwill be notified of these dates. To install high level of personal appearance and behaviour of the children withintheir care. Role model high standards in all aspects of the role and personal conduct includingprofessional dress code. All teachers are expected to carry out any reasonable additional duties asrequested by the Senior Leadership Team.  The list is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required toundertake such tasks as may be reasonably expected within the scope of the post. Jobdescriptions should be regularly reviewed to ensure they are accurate. The post-holder may also be required to carry out other duties appropriate to thepost, as agreed and arranged by the School. How to ApplyTo apply, please submit an application form which can be downloaded via ourwebsite, to the Head’s PA: pa@manorlodgeschool.com. CVs will not be accepted.  For further information about the role and the school,please phone 01707 642424.Closing date for applications: 2nd December Interviews: 8th or 9th December Start Date: 17  April 2026 thManor Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate tothe post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.MANOR LODGE SCHOOL01707 642424Rectory Lane, Ridge Hill, Shenley, Radlett WD7 9BG. . . where learning is the greatest adventure#bepartoftheadventure