Early Years Practitioner (Nursery)

Protocol Education Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Stockport is hiring a Room Leader to create a supportive environment for young learners. The ideal candidate will lead a team, oversee daily operations, and develop innovative learning programs. A passion for early childhood education and 2+ years experience is preferred. Join us for a rewarding career with growth opportunities and supportive resources.

Benefits

Access to Educator CPD Academy

Regular check-ins for well-being

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in early childhood education or childcare preferred.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in the pre-school room.
• Lead and support a team of childcare professionals.
• Develop play-based learning programmes.
• Build relationships with parents.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Experience in early childhood education or childcare

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Passion for working with young children

Education

Relevant qualification in early childhood education or childcare

Job description

Overview

If you’re passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead a dedicated team, this role could be your next big step. We’re looking for an enthusiastic Room Leader to create a warm, supportive, and engaging environment for little learners – a place where every child feels valued and every day is an opportunity to grow.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily operations within the pre-school room, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment


• Leading a team of childcare professionals, providing guidance, support, and inspiration


• Developing creative, play-based learning programmes that spark curiosity and promote development


• Building strong relationships with parents


• Keeping accurate records and ensuring compliance with all health and safety standards


• Supporting the professional growth of your team

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in early childhood education or childcare (2+ years preferred)


• A passion for working with young children.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).


• A relevant qualification in early childhood education or childcare (preferred, but not essential)

Why Work with Us?

• We are a supportive network and you can approach us with any questions, concerns, or worries in a judgement-free environment


• Joining our team will give you free instant access to our Educator CPD Academy, providing opportunities to take free accredited online courses to advance your career


• We care about your well-being and will regularly check in to ensure you have everything you need to be happy in your workplace

Safeguarding

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Ready to Make a Difference? We want to hear from you. Apply now!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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