18 lead practitioner jobs found

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship –Blossom Patch Nursery- Acton Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship and to work as a room leader at Blossom Patch Nursery- Acton. At Blossom Patch, w e create a safe and loving atmosphere where children feel secure, settled, and free to be themselves. Our EYFS-based approach blends structured learning with hands-on play, sparking curiosity and laying strong foundations for the future. Our experienced team nurtures each child with patience, attention, and encouragement—celebrating every milestone along the way. Our EYFS-based approach blends structured learning with hands-on play, sparking curiosity and laying strong foundations for the future. Your duties and responsibilities will include;   Have a full and relevant level 3 qualification in Childcare. Be an...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Little Petals Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Little Petals Day Nursery, Sonning Common . We opened our doors for the first time in March 2025, our newly opened setting in the beautiful village of Sonning Common cares for children from as young as 3 months to preschoolers ( 3 months – 5yrs ). We are open all year round from 7.30 am till 6.00 pm. We understand that your child is the most important creation to you and therefore we aim to deliver the best possible care and play experiences for your child. With a view to maintain the important routines you've worked so hard to achieve and working closely with parents, carers and those involved in the child's home life. We Have 2 rooms over 2 floors, babies upstairs and over 2’s are upstairs. Your duties...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Room Leader – East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School, East Harptree . A East Harptree Nursery Pre School and Forest School w e understand the significance of play in a child’s development. Through play, children explore the world around them, develop essential skills, and build confidence. Our dedicated team of educators fosters an atmosphere where children are encouraged to ask questions, make discoveries, and think critically. In September 2022, our nursery found a new home within the East Harptree Village Hall complex. This newly renovated space was meticulously designed with children in mind, featuring underfloor heating and bright, child-accessible areas. Within this...

  Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Muddy Puddles Childcare. Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Muddle Puddles Childcare as a Room Leader in their Baby Room. At Muddy Puddles you will find a home away from home. We are a small childcare setting, so you can rest assured that your child will get the care and attention they deserve. The nursery is set in 100 acres of countryside so fresh air is always on the menu and our single storey converted barn offers the perfect environment for your child to learn and play, with free flow access to our outdoor facilities at all times. Muddy Puddles is managed by Heather and Zoe, who have many years of childcare experience between them. They are well qualified, and most importantly know how important it is to provide a caring and nurturing environment for your child.  At...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Eco Montessori West Tytherley,  Norman Court Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Eco Montessori West Tytherley,  Norman Court. Eco Montessori Nursery is nestled in the picturesque, rural village of West Tytherley, We are a dedicated early years setting, specialising in the Montessori approach to learning. Our unique curriculum seamlessly blends the principles of the EYFS with Montessori methods, enriching the children’s daily experiences. We welcome children aged 6 months to 5 years, providing a nurturing environment that fosters growth and development at every stage. Why Choose Eco Montessori @ Norman Court Day Nursery? •          Home-from-Home Environment: As a family-run nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing atmosphere where your child feels safe, valued, and part of our...

Level 5   Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship  – Toad Hall Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner  at Toad Hall Nursery, Wokingham . Welcome to Toad Hall Nursery, Wokingham We are a unique, privately owned children’s day nursery and holiday club, first opened in January 1995. Originally established as a sole trader, we became a limited company in 2007 and continue to operate as a family-run business, now alongside the owner’s three children. Toad Hall Nursery is set in two acres of beautiful farmland, we provide children with a safe, natural, and stimulating environment where they can thrive through play and exploration. Our aim is simple: to deliver high-quality childcare and early years learning experiences, while retaining the warm, personal service and friendly atmosphere that makes us unique. At Toad Hall...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Rabbit Patch Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Rabbit Patch Day Nursery. At Rabbit Patch Day Nursery, we aim to create a home from home atmosphere, and encourage a culture of community. Regardless of background or circumstance, we include all children, nurturing and immersing them in a welcoming environment that offers a range of diverse experiences, ensuring the children flourish and develop into enthusiastic little people with a zest for learning. We respect each child as an individual and support inquisitive minds by valuing questions, so that children thrive during their learning experience with us. To ensure a rich and positive learning environment is established and maintained, we have a highly trained, skilled, and experienced staff team here at Rabbit Patch...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Jolly Tots Day Nursery (Nursery Manager role) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Jolly Tots Day Nursery. Welcome to Jolly Tots Day Nursery, a warm, friendly, and nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and at home. We provide high-quality care in a calm and welcoming setting, supporting each child with the same love, patience, and attention a parent would give their own. Our dedicated team builds strong, trusting relationships with children and families, ensuring every child feels secure and confident. We recognise each child as an individual and support their development through play, exploration, and positive interactions. At our nursery, we are proud to offer a caring, home-from-home environment where children are nurtured, encouraged, and supported to...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Room Leader at  Lullabies Day Nursery   Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Lullabies Day Nursery, Cranford, Borough of Hounslow. We are a Development Matters-based nursery. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old and provide a range of age-appropriate resources and activities to encourage their development right up until they are ready to join school. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old, providing a range of age-appropriate activities and resources to encourage their development right up until they are ready to embark on their next educational adventure. Our Philosophy Our philosophy is based on learning and creativity. By blending indoor and outdoor classrooms and environments in a home-away-from-home environment, we are able to create a space...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship –  Lullabies Day Nursery   Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Lullabies Day Nursery, Cranford, Borough of Hounslow. We are a Development Matters-based nursery. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old and provide a range of age-appropriate resources and activities to encourage their development right up until they are ready to join school. We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old, providing a range of age-appropriate activities and resources to encourage their development right up until they are ready to embark on their next educational adventure. Our Philosophy Our philosophy is based on learning and creativity. By blending indoor and outdoor classrooms and environments in a home-away-from-home environment, we are able to create a space where children...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We...

Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner  Apprenticeship – Top Bananas Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Top Bananas, Bournemouth. Top Bananas Pre-School opened in 2016 and expanded to a Day Nursery in 2019. It is located within the Life Centre, Moordown.  It is run by highly qualified and experienced practitioners who are enthusiastic about their role. The ethos of the setting is to Play, Learn and Grow together.  Top Bananas is situated within the Life Centre. It has its own private entrance via Brassey Road, 100 meters along on the left-hand side. Enter through the car park and towards the back, where the outside play area can be seen. A secure door entry system is in place to ensure the safety of the children. The Pre-School and Nursery have their own separate entrance, and this is clearly visible. We organise our sessions so that...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship  – Big Discoveries Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level ? Childcare Apprenticeship / Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Big Discoveries Nursery, Porchester . Based in the heart of Portchester, Big Discoveries Nursery is located in the Portchester Community Centre. We provide quality childcare for children aged 0-5. Here at Big Discoveries Nursery we have a child-focussed approach to learning, with easily accessible resources and free-flow to the garden. We had our latest inspection in October 2024 and were graded as outstanding in all areas of our provision to provide a safe, happy, caring, challenging and stimulating environment for your child to make big discoveries to help children to develop a love for learning in order to become curious, independent learners to enable all children to become happy and confident...

Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship  – Brambles Warminster Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeship at Brambles Outdoor Nursery Group, Warminster. Brambles Warminster is opening in 2026. It is nestled on the edge of Salisbury Plain in the market town of Warminster. This beautiful setting is surrounded by a small woods and open fields.  We care for children aged 9 months - 5 years We offer two main sessions: School Day: 8.30am - 4.00pm Working Day: 8.00am - 5.00pm We are able to offer an Early Start (7.30am- 8.00am) and a Late Finish (5.00pm - 5.30pm) Your duties and responsibilities will include; Main Duties To learn how to plan, prepare and participate in a range of activities that promote each child’s physical, intellectual, and emotional needs, and encourage linguistic and social interaction between the children and...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Tiny Oaks Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Tiny Oaks Day Nursery . Here at Tiny Oaks our rooms have been designed and structured to offer a safe and secure environment for your little one to develop and learn through play.The nursery provides facilities for children aged from 3 months through to pre-school age and is registered as GOOD with Ofsted. We have dedicated rooms for our various age ranges and each room reflects the seven areas of learning, as prescribed in the Early Years Foundation Stage. All of our facilities are designed to be accessible to every child Our fees are inclusive of freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, tea, snacks and drinks. Daily menus are carefully selected by a professional nutritionist to meet energy requirements of growing children. Pre School children also follow...

Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based at  Toddler Town Montessori Nursery,  however we do offer Level 1 Childcare course in many other Nurseries across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset, West Sussex and many more. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE NURSERY Toddler Town Montessori Nursery provides a warm, nurturing, and child-centred environment that supports children during the early stages of development. Blending Montessori principles with the EYFS framework, the setting offers a balanced approach to learning that promotes independence, curiosity, and confidence. The nursery creates a welcoming “home from home” atmosphere, where experienced practitioners deliver engaging, play-based learning tailored to each child’s needs. A strong focus on high-quality care and...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – My Little Explorers Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at My Little Explorers, Romsey. I established My Little Explorers Forest School in 2013 after years of working in Early Years education, recognising the profound benefits of outdoor experiences and Forest School principles. Over a decade later, My Little Explorers operates as a family-run business offering Forest School sessions across Romsey and Winchester, Hampshire. Embracing Nature for All Ages Children of all ages can benefit from nature. Babies enjoy rich sensory experiences outdoors, while older children thrive on the freedom to play, explore, and take calculated risks, which builds their confidence and self-esteem. In the woods, our older children engage in diverse activities like den-building, tree climbing, and learning practical skills. We teach tool...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship  –  Cherry Tree Montessori Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Cherry Tree Montessori, Ringwood . Cherry Tree Montessori provide quality care for children from birth to the age of 8 years, as well as offering a holiday club for school holidays and inset days for children up to 8 years. Montessori is an approach to early education that focuses on the immense capacity of children to absorb information when given the freedom and independence to learn at their own pace. What makes the Montessori approach different, and what makes it work so well, is that it is based on a deep understanding of the way children learn through choosing, trying and doing themselves. Specially developed materials in an environment prepared for the children, with close observation and guidance by Montessori teachers, leads to a...