Early Years Team Leader Stevenage Stevenage

Twizzletops; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular company events

Discounted food

Free parking

Discounted family tickets

Senior leadership support

Job summary

Twizzle Tops in Stevenage is looking for an experienced Early Years Team Leader to inspire and guide the room team, ensuring a stimulating, nurturing, and safe environment for every child. You will role model outstanding practice, support professional growth, and maintain the highest standards of care and education.

You will lead with the Nursery Manager to drive continuous improvement, ensure safeguarding, and collaborate with parents to support children’s learning journeys.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an Early Years setting.
• Holding at least a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted guidance.
• Proven experience in implementing high‑quality learning opportunities and leading a team’s professional development.
• Understanding of child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities, and SEN/Inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager to lead and support the wider team, manage effectively and efficiently, uphold positive working relationships and be an effective mentor and role model.
• Partner with the Nursery Manager and EY professionals to drive continuous improvement and meet Ofsted standards through collaboration.
• Ensure the provision of safe, high‑quality education and care for all children attending the nursery.
• Assist the Nursery Manager in fulfilling all legal and statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Nursery Manager to set nursery goals and monitor progress in achieving targets with the Twizzle Tops Senior Team.
• Engage with parents and other staff members to address children’s individual needs and empower parents as partners in their children’s learning journey.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines to safeguard the well‑being of all children and team members at Twizzle Tops

Skills

Team leadership

Early years experience

Ofsted knowledge

Staff development

Child safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early Years Team Leader – Stevenage

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours)

The Role:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join our Twizzle Tops team in our Stevenage nursery.
As Team Leader, you will inspire and lead your room team to create a stimulating, nurturing, and safe environment where every child can flourish. You’ll role model outstanding practice, support your team’s professional growth, and ensure the highest standards of care and education are consistently delivered.

Benefits

• Regular company events to support a positive workplace culture
• Discounted food and free parking
• Discounted tickets for various family attractions
• Strong support from senior managers to ensure your success in providing the highest standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager to lead and support the wider team, manage effectively and efficiently, uphold positive working relationships and be an effective mentor and role model.
• Partner with the Nursery Manager and EY Professionals to drive continuous improvement and meet Ofsted standards through collaboration.
• Ensure the provision of safe, high‑quality education and care for all children attending the nursery.
• Assist the Nursery Manager in fulfilling all legal and statutory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Nursery Manager to set nursery goals and monitor progress in achieving targets alongside the Twizzle Tops Senior Team.
• Engage with parents and other staff members to address children’s individual needs and empower parents as partners in their children’s learning journey.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines to safeguard the well‑being of all children and team members at Twizzle Tops

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an Early Years setting.
• Holding at least a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and current Ofsted statutory guidance.
• Proven experience in implementing high‑quality learning opportunities and leading a team’s professional development.
• Understanding of child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities, and SEN/Inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high‑quality learning opportunities through collaboration and best practices.

At Twizzle Tops, we are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment for all.

All job offers are subject to 3 years of suitable reference and an enhanced DBS.