Early Years Lead

Prospero Teaching; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is seeking an Early Years Lead for a school in Whitefield starting in December. The role involves leading the Early Years team, ensuring high-quality learning environments, and collaborating with senior leaders. Ideal candidates should have QTS, strong EYFS experience, and a proven leadership record. This position offers competitive daily pay from £140 to £240, contributing to a well-regarded Early Years setting.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Supportive school environment

Opportunity for meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Strong experience within EYFS.
• Proven leadership or senior practitioner experience.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Confident, proactive, and passionate about early years education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Early Years team across Nursery and/or Reception.
• Ensure high-quality learning environments aligned with the EYFS Framework.
• Oversee planning, assessment, and curriculum delivery.
• Promote strong child development and safeguarding practices.
• Provide stability and strong leadership during this short‑term cover period.

Skills

Leadership in early years education

Understanding of EYFS frameworks

Child safeguarding practices

Collaboration with education professionals

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Job Opportunity: Early Years Lead - Whitefield (Start December)

Pay: 140 - 240 per day

Contract: Short-Term / Full-Time Cover

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years professional ready to lead and inspire? We're seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Lead to support a school in Whitefield beginning December.

This role is ideal for a dedicated EYFS practitioner or leader who is committed to delivering high‑quality early years provision and supporting staff, children, and the wider school community.

The Role

• Lead and support the Early Years team across Nursery and/or Reception
• Ensure high-quality learning environments aligned with the EYFS Framework
• Oversee planning, assessment, and curriculum delivery
• Promote strong child development and safeguarding practices
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders and support staff
• Provide stability and strong leadership during this short‑term cover period

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay: 140- 240, depending on experience
• A supportive school environment in Whitefield
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a well‑regarded Early Years setting
• Immediate December start

  Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
  • Strong experience within EYFS
  • Proven leadership or senior practitioner experience
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Confident, proactive, and passionate about early years education

  How to Apply

  If you're ready to step into an Early Years Lead role this December, send your CV or get in touch today. Join our team and support a fantastic EYFS setting in Whitefield!

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