Senior Early Years Practitioner

North Halifax Partnership; Halifax; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North Halifax Partnership through Wellholme Park Family Hub and Nursery is seeking a Senior Practitioner to lead practice in an early years setting for children aged 0–5 years. You will guide practice, mentor staff and ensure high standards of care and education are delivered daily, in partnership with families and agencies.

The role requires extensive EYFS experience and strong leadership, enabling collaboration with a dedicated team to deliver outstanding outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in an early years setting.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted Early Years Inspection Framework.
• Ability to lead key areas of practice and motivate colleagues to achieve outstanding outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior practitioner responsibilities and drive high-quality early years provision.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and partner agencies to support children's development.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Leadership

Team motivation

Job description

Ready to Lead, Inspire and Make a Difference?

Wellholme Park Family Hub and Nursery is looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Practitioner to join our dedicated team and help create an inspiring environment where children can learn, grow, and flourish every day.

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for early years education. You’ll have significant experience working within an early year’s setting, along with excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and the Ofsted Early Years Inspection Framework. You’ll be confident in leading key areas of practice and enjoy motivating, inspiring, and supporting colleagues to achieve the very best outcomes for children.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within our nursery, working alongside a committed team to provide exceptional experiences for children aged 0–5 years. Building strong relationships with children, families, and partner agencies is at the heart of what we do, so we’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to collaborative working and delivering outstanding care and education.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your ideas and leadership can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

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Hours

37 hours per weekTo be worked on a rota system between the hours of 7.45am and 5.45pm