Assistant Head of Lower School (EYFS)

Location:

Alicante, ES

Date: 17 Dec 2025

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

King’s College Alicante (KCA), one of the most sought-after British schools in Spain, is seeking to appoint an inspiring and committed Assistant Head of Lower School to join our Lower School Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will participate in strategic leadership of EYFS department, modelling outstanding practice in our newly refurbished Early Years environment.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the EYFS (Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception).
Lead and support early years staff, ensuring high-quality practice aligned with the British EYFS framework.
Monitor pupil progress, lead moderation and use assessment data to inform improvement.
Create and sustain a nurturing, enabling learning environment indoors and outdoors.
Build strong relationships with parents and contribute to whole-school initiatives and events.
Play an active role in the Lower School Senior Leadership Team.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant Bachelor’s degree.
Strong knowledge and experience of the British EYFS framework.
Proven experience teaching in Early Years, with leadership or management responsibility.
Evidence of excellent classroom practice and ongoing professional development.
Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
A child-centred, reflective and collaborative leadership approach.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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