30 lead practitioner jobs found

If you are offered a lead EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period.  Acorn at Stanwick is based in a historic village in Northamptonshire, which offers a homely space for children to relax and have fun whilst learning and socialising with other children. We work closely with the community and often become involved with village events and use the local amenities and surrounding area, including our own raised beds at the local allotment.  The role will be 40 hours per week, working 4 days 07:15-18:15. We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 35 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We believe that childcare needs a personal touch, and our nurseries and out-of-school clubs offer flexibility and individuality with a homely feel. As a not-for-profit...

Level 5 Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - The Little Blue Door Chichester  Shoots Training are currently recruiting for a passionate, reliable and enthusiastic individual to join The Little Blue Door Nursery as a Level 5 Childcare Apprentice at their Chichester setting as a Room Leader.  Little Blue Door is a vibrant, forward-thinking and imaginative growing business with nursery schools in Chichester and Westhampnett. Now is a great time to come and join and start / continue your childcare career with us and be part of our dynamic team! We provide nurturing and high-quality childcare across both nurseries from 3 months to 5 years across 4 x separate rooms, each tailored to the age of the children. Our ethos of 'developing little minds' is at the heart of everything we do - from our high-quality facilities and outdoor garden that everyone can enjoy, home cooked food, varied activities (including weekly Forest School, active week’s and regular exciting day...

Rosedene’s mission is to provide the most enriching learning opportunities , within a nurturing environment , for our children to be kind, curious and confident, ready to shape the world. We’re a small family business, established for over 30 years and we’re proud of the high-quality experiences we offer across our 11 nurseries in the North of England. This is only made possible by our exceptional nursery teams. Our children & families are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to recruit a trustworthy and passionate person who is ready to make a difference. Rosedene are recognised as pioneers in the early years industry, constantly innovating our childcare experiences, and we need curious thinkers to help us in our journey. Are you passionate about supporting and nurturing children during their early years? Do you believe in outdoor learning environments, child-led learning and ready to join a motivated and high performing nursery...

Rosedene’s mission is to provide the most enriching learning opportunities , within a nurturing environment , for our children to be kind, curious and confident, ready to shape the world. We’re a small family business, established for over 30 years and we’re proud of the high-quality experiences we offer across our 11 nurseries in the North of England. This is only made possible by our exceptional nursery teams. Our children & families are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking to recruit a trustworthy and passionate person who is ready to make a difference. Rosedene are recognised as pioneers in the early years industry, constantly innovating our childcare experiences, and we need curious thinkers to help us in our journey. Are you passionate about supporting and nurturing children during their early years? Do you believe in outdoor learning environments, child-led learning and ready to join a motivated and high performing nursery team?...

Senior Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Shooting Stars Nursery Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU £13.90 per hour | Full-Time | 40 hours per week We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly, high‑quality Early Years team. If you’re ready to develop your leadership skills, support others and make a real impact, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career.   About the Role As a Senior Nursery Practitioner, you will work closely with the Room Leader, supporting high‑quality care and education across the room. This role is ideal for someone looking to expand their skills, build confidence in leadership , and take the next step in their Early Years career. Key Responsibilities Support the Room Leader in delivering outstanding Early Years provision Act as a Key Person, building trusted relationships with children and families Lead and support planning and delivery of engaging EYFS...

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will need a Level 3 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To lead a team and act as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and emotional development;...

Nursery Room Leader (Baby Room) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years Room Manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.  Position: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life. The ongoing development of the...

We are proud to be part of the newly formed and growing  Chalk Nursery Group , a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality early education and care. At Katey's Ham, we offer exceptional learning environments for children aged 3 months to 5 years, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our settings are known for their warmth, strong community feel, and commitment to nurturing every child — and every team member. Katey’s Ham  offers a unique balance of indoor learning and outdoor adventure across five acres of fields, astro-turf, and playgrounds. Our approach blends structured learning with free exploration in nature, boosting focus, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This is a setting where the outdoors is an extension of the classroom, and children grow in confidence every day. The nursery is a 48-place setting situated by the river, offering a peaceful, spacious environment within reach of surrounding communities About...

We are looking for a Room Leader to join the team at this lovely nursery in Chingford! This nursery is a great place to work, and provides a warm and nurturing environment where children can learn, play and grow. As a Room Leader, you will be joining a dedicated team who are passionate about early childhood development. As a Room Leader, it is essential that you hold at least a Level 3 qualification in early years or childcare, and it's desirable that you have 3-4 years of experience within a nursery, with some experience with Room Lead responsibilities. There are positions available in the toddler room and preschool room. Your responsibilities as a Room Leader will include planning engaging activities and lessons alongside the team within the room, carrying out observations and assessments to track children's development, and creating strong relationships with parents/carers. You will work in partnership with the Nursery Manager and lead a small team to deliver the highest...

 If you are offered a EYP role, you will receive a £500 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. We are looking for an experienced senior practitioner at our Westcroft Nursery . Acorn at Westcroft is situated in the Westcroft District Centre, and is adjacent to our training centre where we host training for our staff and other early years professionals. The nursery has three outdoor play areas, giving children the opportunity to free-flow indoors and outdoors to access a full range of activities. Acorn places a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, and the children will be outdoors at some point every day, whatever the weather. Included in our fees are regular Forest School sessions. These exciting educational experiences are suitable for pre-schoolers and are delivered by fully trained forest school leaders and offer an innovative approach to outdoor play. We are very fortunate to have Howe Park Wood on our doorstep, which we...

  Below is the standard Job description, but if you have room lead before there could be a opportunity to go for a higher position, please ask upon application.  Job title: Nursery Practitioner   Purpose of post To provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted To give support to other team members throughout the nursery To work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop.   Key areas Work with and support children Work as part of a team Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents.   Responsible to Nursery Manager/Team Leader   Duties and responsibilities Operate a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children in your area...

We are looking for the perfect candidate who gives the best cuddles, knows how to keep children safe, and most of all create fun, educational and stimulating activities for babies aged 0-2 years. Now the boring bit: Tip Top Day Nursery Job description Job;   Room Leader-   Senior   Early Years Practitioner Level 3 (Qualification must be full and relevant to be included in ratio - see Early Years qualification list) Reports to;   Tip Top Day Nursery Bilston Manager- Charliey, and Owners Lisa and Kate. Length of probation period ; Nine   months Location:   Tip Top Day Nursery, Bilston, Connaught road, wv14 6ny. Purpose of the job;   To lead and support fellow room staff in their professional development, with the support of the manager and deputy. To help to further develop a growing baby room with capacity for 6 under 1's . To provide high quality care for all of the children in our setting and to ensure that they make progress in their...

Nursery Room Leader (Pre-School) We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and nine beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come...

Nursery Room Leader We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate early years room manager?  Join our well-established team in Hanwell and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Room Manager Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense 40 hours over 4 days) Salary: £29,120 to £30,680 Opening Hours: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with 25 years of experience and nine beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Hanwell setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community operating from an active Children’s Centre. Thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting outdoor gardens, the nursery is a place where curiosity, creativity, and joy come to life....

Make a real difference every day At Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries, we’re proud of the exceptional care and education we provide – and even prouder of the people who make it possible. Our team say: “I really enjoy being a part of children’s learning and development. I love watching them grow and gain their own little personalities.” 100% of our team told us they’re proud to say they work here. About the Role We’re excited to announce a rare opportunity to join our Leadership Team as   Suite Leader   for our   Toddler Suite   (children aged around 27 months to 3 years) Due to internal promotion. You’ll lead and inspire a team of Early Years Educators to deliver high-quality care and engaging learning experiences. You’ll model outstanding practice and create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership role – ideal for a confident, reflective practitioner with a strong understanding of the EYFS...

Preschool Room Leader – Join Our Brand-New Nursery Team Location: Lots for Tots Childcare – Opening September Full-time | 30 days holiday including Christmas closure Are you an experienced and inspiring early years practitioner ready to lead a preschool room where children thrive, staff feel supported, and no two days are the same? Do you believe in providing a high-quality start to every child’s learning journey? If so, we’d love you to lead our preschool room at   Lots for Tots Childcare , opening this September. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape our nursery from day one, working alongside a supportive management team and like-minded educators who are passionate about delivering outstanding childcare. What You’ll Be Doing: Leading the day-to-day running of the preschool room Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children aged 3–5 can play, explore and learn Planning and delivering a curriculum based on the EYFS that meets the...

“His eyes are orange, his tongue is black.,…” If you know the rest of this then you could be the ideal person for our school! Thank you for your interest in our post an Early Years Teacher or Professional. Following the relocation of our school nursery into a new classroom space, we are looking to appoint a specialist Early Years Teacher or a practitioner with Early Years Professional Status who can nurture and facilitate those essential and early foundations for the most youngest children in our friendly school – taking the lead in our school nursery. This, with the support and guidance of our current Early Years Phase Leader. The ideal person will be: • A specialist who can implement research-based approaches to support child development • Committed and driven to make a difference – always willing to go the extra mile to support some of the most appreciative yet disadvantaged children and families in our community • Able to make warm and positive relationships and...

Nursery:   Bright Horizons City Child Day Nursery & Preschool, EC2Y 8AH Salary:   £29,845.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours : Full time, 40 hours Monday - Friday Location:   Barbican, London.   We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons City Child nursery situated in Barbican. The nursery has close transport links with buses and Barbican Station and Farringdon Station. The role will be based in our baby room.   Our beautiful City Child nursery has an extensive list of unique selling points including: Prime City Location : Convenient city-centred location for easy commutes and urban benefits. Inspiring Work Environment : Purpose-built nursery fostering curiosity and creativity. Passionate, Supportive Team : Dedicated professionals passionate about early childhood education. Recognition and Celebration : Regular recognition initiatives, including Employee of the Month...

Nursery:   Bright Horizons Columbus Courtyard Day Nursery & Preschool, 13 Columbus Courtyard, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4DA Salary:   Starting from £29,845.20 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours : Full time, 40 hours, Monday - Friday Location:   Canary Wharf, E14 4DA   We are looking for a full time, Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons Columbus Courtyard Nursery situated in Canary Wharf, and is close to West Ferry DLR Stations, making it easily accessible for commuting staff. The role will be working within our toddler room.   Our nursery is located in the culturally diverse area of Canary Wharf. We proudly support families from multiple nationalities and strive to tailor our recruitment efforts to reflect and support this diversity. We also go on trips to expand childrens cultural capital.   In addition to this, our lovely nursery features five bright, spacious rooms dedicated to different age groups, including...

Nursery: Bright Horizons Bank Street Day Nursery and Preschool, 50 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5NS Salary : Starting from £29,845.20 per annum (dependent on qualification(s)/experience. Hours : Full time, 40 hours Monday - Friday Location : 50 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5NS We are looking for a full time , Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our Bright Horizons Bank Street Nursery , situated in Canary Wharf. Our nursery, proudly rated Good, offers a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. Conveniently located in Canary Wharf, with excellent transport links via the Underground, DLR, and Elizabeth Line. Our 67-place setting is easily accessible for families and professionals alike. While we don’t have a garden on-site, we make the most of our riverside location with daily walks, giving children the opportunity to explore nature and their local surroundings. We’re also just a short stroll from the shopping centre and a variety...