Lead Early Years HLTA – Nursery Leadership

Lift Schools; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and training

Healthcare and financial support

Discounted gym memberships

Travel deals

Job summary

Lift Schools is seeking a Nursery Lead Practitioner / HLTA to take a leading role in Pebbles Nursery, delivering outstanding early years provision for 2- and 3-year-olds. You will work under the EYFS Lead and Nursery Teacher to nurture a caring, inclusive environment and support a small, dedicated team to help every child thrive.

The role emphasises leadership, safeguarding and high-quality teaching, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive, collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in an Early Years setting with leadership responsibilities.
• Holds a full Level 3 EY qualification or HLTA status (or equivalent).
• Strong communication skills, empathy and patience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging lessons accessible to all learners.
• Guide and coach Teaching Assistants to develop practice.
• Create and deliver intervention strategies for children needing extra support.
• Build positive relationships to foster independent learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents and pastoral staff on progress.
• Organise learning spaces and resources to meet diverse needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or HLTA status

Job description

Lift Schools is seeking a Nursery Lead Practitioner / HLTA to take a leading role in Pebbles Nursery, delivering outstanding early years provision for 2- and 3-year-olds. You will work under the EYFS Lead and Nursery Teacher to nurture a caring, inclusive environment and support a small, dedicated team to help every child thrive.

The role emphasises leadership, safeguarding and high-quality teaching, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive, collaborative team culture.