Nursery Lead

The foundations built in the early years can shape a lifetime of learning…

Before children learn to read, write or calculate, they learn something even more important.

• They learn whether school is a place where they feel safe.
• Whether they are valued.
• Whether their ideas matter.
• Whether they are capable of trying something new.

The early years are filled with remarkable moments. A child speaking with confidence for the first time. A friendship beginning. A problem solved independently. A growing sense of curiosity about the world around them.

These moments become the building blocks for future success, and they happen because of exceptional early years professionals.

Professionals who understand that learning through play is powerful. Who know that relationships come before results. Who create environments where children feel secure enough to explore, discover and thrive. Professionals who see the potential in every child and help them believe in it too.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who:

• believes every child deserves the very best start in life and can thrive and succeed
• holds a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above, and may be a Qualified Teacher (QTS), Early Years Teacher (EYTS), Nursery Manager, Nursery Leader, Room Leader, Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant or another suitably qualified and experienced early years professional
• is passionate about early years education and giving children the very best start in life
• creates nurturing, engaging environments where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn
• understands how young children learn and develop, and has high expectations for their learning, wellbeing and behaviour
• builds positive, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues
• values inclusion, safeguarding and meeting the needs of all children, including those with SEND
• reflective, collaborative and brings warmth, energy and enthusiasm to their work every day

In this role, you will:

• lead and develop our nursery provision
• create an engaging, play-based learning environment where children can flourish
• deliver a high-quality EYFS curriculum
• build strong foundations in language, communication, phonics and early mathematics
• monitor children’s development and plan meaningful next steps
• work closely with families to support children’s learning and wellbeing
• support children as they prepare for a successful transition into Reception
• ensure high standards of safeguarding and compliance with statutory requirements
• contribute to aspects of extended school provision, including breakfast club and after-school provision, with arrangements agreed flexibly wherever possible