Head of Teaching and Learning Development (English)- Early Years

Job Title: Head of Teaching and Learning Development (English)

Location: EPG Head Office with strategic visits across all EPG branches

Reports To: Early Years Director

Job Purpose

The Head of Teaching and Learning Development (English) provides strategic leadership for high quality early years

education across all EPG early years settings. This role develops and implements high-quality EYFS-aligned curriculum

frameworks, leads instructional coaching programs, ensures consistent academic standards, and fosters continuous

improvement in teaching practices. The position collaborates closely with the Head of Pastoral Care to provide

integrated academic and wellbeing support, and coordinates with the Head of Teaching and Learning (Arabic) to

deliver seamless bilingual education.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Curriculum Leadership

• Curriculum Strategy: Develop comprehensive curriculum strategy aligned with EYFS standards across five early years

levels (Tiny Tots through FS2); establish learning objectives and assessment frameworks; monitor effectiveness and

student outcomes system-wide

• Bilingual Coordination: Collaborate with Head of Teaching and Learning (Arabic) to develop integrated bilingual

approaches; ensure smooth transitions between English and Arabic components; coordinate cross-curricular

initiatives; support effective bilingual education strategies

• Innovation & Compliance: Lead innovation; ensure EYFS compliance and international accreditation standards;

develop culturally responsive approaches for diverse communities

Leadership Development & Instructional Coaching

• Instructional Coach Management: Provide strategic leadership for all Instructional Coaches; design comprehensive

IC development programs integrating early years education excellence and pastoral care competencies; coordinate

deployment strategies across branches

• Performance & Development: Jointly conduct IC performance evaluations with Head of Pastoral Care; provide

balanced training in coaching methodologies, curriculum expertise, and student wellbeing; support IC networks for

best practice sharing

• Academic Administrator Oversight: Guide IC development of comprehensive AA and Lead Teacher training

programs; establish competency frameworks and progression pathways; support succession planning

Quality Assurance & Assessment

• Standards Monitoring: Establish and monitor teaching quality standards across all branches; conduct systematic

evaluation of curriculum implementation and teaching effectiveness; coordinate quality assurance visits and

assessments, with evidence collation delegated to Academic Administrators and Central Academic Admin

• Assessment Framework: Develop comprehensive assessment aligned with EYFS and EPG standards; coordinate

student progress monitoring; analyse system-wide learning data to identify trends and improvement areas

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyse curriculum data, student outcomes, and teaching quality metrics; implement

improvement strategies for underperforming areas; prepare comprehensive reports for Early Years Director

Professional Development & Resource Management

• Training Leadership: Design comprehensive professional development framework for EPG curriculum delivery; lead

system-wide training for teachers, AAs, Lead Teachers, and ICs; coordinate external partnerships; monitor

effectiveness and impact

• Resource Development: Oversee development and procurement of English curriculum resources; establish central

repository for teaching materials; coordinate educational technology integration; develop partnerships with

publishers and providers

• Professional Development: Design internal expertise programs across leadership levels; establish mentoring

frameworks; support teacher certification requirements and resource access

Family Engagement & External Relations

• Parent Education: Lead curriculum-focused family engagement initiatives by designing academic content and

resources for parent sessions, while Academic Administrators and Branch Managers coordinate logistics and delivery.

Collaborate with Head of Pastoral on pastoral parent communications.

• External Partnerships: Represent EPG in educational networks; develop partnerships with international schools;

coordinate with EPG Primary Schools for curriculum transitions; liaise with regulatory bodies on compliance;

participate in research initiatives

• Community Relations: Promote inclusive learning environments celebrating diversity; support culturally responsive

curriculum approaches; maintain EPG's reputation in early years education excellence

Strategic Planning & Crisis Management

• Innovation & Planning: Contribute to EPG strategic planning and long-term curriculum development; lead research

and pilot initiatives; identify emerging trends; develop proposals for curriculum enhancement; foster continuous

improvement culture

• Crisis Leadership: Provide leadership during educational crises affecting curriculum delivery; coordinate crisis

response for curriculum continuity; support branches with urgent challenges; ensure business continuity planning

includes curriculum provisions

• Professional Growth: Pursue ongoing development in educational leadership and curriculum; maintain current

knowledge of international best practices; participate in senior leadership programs; represent EPG at conferences

and professional events

Experience, Qualifications & Skills Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related field

• Minimum 8 years successful early years teaching experience with demonstrated excellence

• Minimum 5 years educational leadership experience including curriculum coordination, teacher development, or

instructional coaching

• Proven experience managing and developing educational leaders and coaching staff

Essential Expertise

• Deep expertise in EYFS framework and early childhood development principles

• Extensive knowledge of English curriculum design, assessment methodologies, and instructional strategies

• Experience in bilingual education approaches and cross-cultural educational settings

• Strong leadership and management skills with strategic planning and change management experience

Key Competencies

• Experience in collaborative leadership and matrix management structures with shared authority

• Excellent coaching, mentoring, and professional development design capabilities

• Proficient in educational technology and data analysis for curriculum improvement

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for diverse, multilingual environments

• Experience in quality assurance, educational inspection, and compliance management

Personal Attributes

• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability, particularly in Middle Eastern educational contexts

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven decision-making skills

• Passion for educational excellence and continuous improvement in early childhood education

• Understanding of international educational standards and accreditation requirements

Additional Responsibilities

The Head of Teaching and Learning Development (English) may be assigned additional Positions of Responsibility

(PORs) consistent with their role as a Senior Leadership Team member, at the discretion of the Early Years Director.

Any other reasonable duties as requested by management.