▾ EYFS Lead Practitioner▾
EYFS Lead Practitioner
Work Location: Beautiful Beginnings Day Nursery, Scarisbrick Hall School
Salary: Competitive salary (dependent on qualification and experience)
Contract Types: Permanent
Position Type: Full-time, 51 weeks of the year, Flexible between 07:30 – 18:00 (Monday to Friday)
Reports to: Nursery Manager
About the role
At Beautiful Beginnings Day Nursery, we are passionate about providing an exceptional start in life for every child. Rooted in our ethos of nurture, excellence, and innovation, we create a rich, enabling environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding EYFS Lead Practitioner to take strategic and operational leadership of a designated age group (phase) within our setting. This is a key leadership role within our Early Years team, responsible for driving consistently high standards of care, education, and practice, ensuring excellence in all that we do.
Our philosophy is centred on:
- Child-centred, responsive practice
- High-quality interactions and relationships
- A strong commitment to outdoor learning and exploration
- Continuous reflection, development, and professional growth
As part of our ambitious and forward-thinking team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping provision, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring every child benefits from a truly exceptional early years experience.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Level 3 qualification (minimum) in Early Years / Childcare (or equivalent)
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience within EYFS, including leadership or senior practitioner responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS Statutory Framework and safeguarding requirements
- Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
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Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding training will be given.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. The school will conduct this check for you.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering email to:
fortunel@scarisbrickhallschool.co.uk