QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification (essential)
• GCSE English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent (essential)
• Experience leading a team in an early years setting (essential)
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and inclusive practice (essential)
• Confident in mentoring others and supporting staff development (essential)
• Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, DSL and SENCO training (desirable)
• Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills (essential)
  Do not meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with everything in the job description or advert, we encourage you to arrange an informal conversation with the hiring manager. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

• Lead the planning and delivery of high-quality early years provision in line with the EYFS and nursery values.
• Mentor and support a team of practitioners, including students and volunteers, to ensure best practice.
• Act as a key person, overseeing and contributing to observations, assessments, and planning to support children’s learning and development.
• Maintain strong relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure individual needs are met.
• Oversee daily operations in your area, including safeguarding, health and safety, and administrative responsibilities.