Lead Senior Teacher - Pre-School

The Lead Senior Teacher (Preschool) is a senior academic leadership role responsible for providing instructional leadership within the early years setting, overseeing the implementation of a play-based, child-centered curriculum, and managing teaching staff across the assigned campus. The role ensures high-quality teaching and learning, supports the holistic development, welfare, and positive behaviour of young learners, promotes a safe and nurturing environment, and ensures the smooth day-to-day academic and care operations of the campus.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education, or related field.
  
• Valid TSC Registration Certificate.
  
• Minimum 5–7 years teaching experience in Early Years/Pre-School education, including leadership responsibilities.
  
• Strong knowledge of CBC implementation within Early Years Education.
  
• STEM experience is an added advantage
  
• Strong leadership, communication, organisation, and ICT skills
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coach teaching teams.
  
• Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
  

1. Teaching and Learning

• Lead and oversee the planning, preparation, and implementation of termly and annual plans, schemes of work, and daily lesson plans across the Pre-School Campus.
  
• Ensure learning experiences are age-appropriate, play-based, inquiry-driven, and aligned with curriculum expectations and school standards.
  
• Model excellent teaching practice and support teachers in delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons.
  
• Ensure effective differentiation to support varying learner needs, developmental stages, and learning styles.
  
• Promote language-rich environments and early literacy and numeracy development.
  
• Support implementation of co-curricular, social-emotional, and enrichment programmes.
  
• Monitor assessment practices and ensure timely recording and reporting of learner progress.
  
• Ensure learning evidence, learner portfolios, and assessment records are maintained accurately.
  
• Prepare and submit monthly campus academic updates, achievements, challenges, and recommendations to the Deputy Head Teacher.
  

2. Campus Administration and Staff Management

• Coordinate the day-to-day academic and operational running of the Pre-School Campus.
  
• Prepare and manage teaching timetables and staff duty schedules for the campus.
  
• Monitor teacher attendance, punctuality, lesson delivery, and classroom effectiveness.
  
• Supervise and support all Pre-School teaching staff and teaching assistants.
  
• Allocate responsibilities based on staff strengths and developmental needs.
  
• Conduct regular lesson observations and instructional coaching.
  
• Lead staff meetings and professional reflection sessions.
  
• Identify teacher professional development needs and coordinate training opportunities.
  
• Participate in staff appraisal processes, induction, and probation management for new staff.
  
• Promote professionalism and ensure adherence to school policies and code of conduct.
  
• Serve as the communication link between school leadership and the Pre-School Campus staff.
  

3. Curriculum Implementation and Instructional Leadership

• Lead implementation of the Early Years curriculum and ensure alignment with school expectations and quality standards.
  
• Monitor curriculum coverage and learner developmental outcomes across all Pre-School classes.
  
• Ensure classrooms maintain high standards in learning environment setup, learner engagement, and instructional resources.
  
• Support teachers in lesson planning, classroom management, and child-centred instruction.
  
• Coordinate procurement and effective use of teaching and learning materials.
  
• Ensure assessment and reporting practices reflect learner growth and developmental milestones.
  
• Promote innovation and best practice in Early Childhood education.
  

4. Learner Welfare and Child Development

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment for all learners.
  
• Oversee learner welfare, behaviour support, guidance, and age-appropriate discipline practices.
  
• Monitor learner attendance, transitions, and emotional well-being.
  
• Coordinate safeguarding measures and ensure compliance with child protection procedures.
  
• Facilitate early identification of learners requiring additional support and coordinate interventions.
  
• Promote healthy routines, independence, social skills, and positive learner behaviour.
  

5. Parent and Community Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with parents and caregivers to support learner development.
  
• Coordinate parent communication and engagement initiatives.
  
• Facilitate parent meetings, workshops, and learner progress discussions.
  
• Address parent concerns professionally and in collaboration with school leadership.
  
• Promote a strong school culture and positive campus experience for families.
  

6. General

• Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
  
• Foster collaboration and sharing of best practices across campuses.
  
• Support and participate in school activities and events.
  
• Maintain accurate documentation and campus records.
  
• Attend staff and leadership meetings as required.
  
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and all school policies.
  
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the supervisor.