Lead Nursery Practitioner & EYFS Room Leader

Busy Kids Private Nursery; Tameside; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Professional development

Supportive environment

Career progression

Job summary

Busy Kids Private Nursery in Manchester is seeking an experienced Early Years Lead Practitioner to lead the 2–3-year-old room and drive high-quality care and education.

You will work with a dedicated team, model best practice under EYFS, monitor development, and partner with parents and professionals to support every child's learning journey.

Ideal candidates hold Level 3 in Early Years, have leadership experience, and a passion for children's wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent.
• Proven experience in the early years sector.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a nursery setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and current practice.
• Thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team within your allocated room, acting as a positive role model.
• Put children's needs, development and wellbeing at the heart of your practice.
• Deliver high-quality care, education and learning opportunities in line with EYFS.
• Plan and provide stimulating experiences that encourage curiosity and development.
• Ensure the room operates effectively, including staff deployment and day-to-day organisation.
• Supervise nursery practitioners and carry out peer observations.
• Monitor children's development and maintain observations and records.
• Foster an inclusive environment where all children and staff feel valued.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, colleagues and external professionals.
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure smooth nursery operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve teaching and the environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, EYFS and company policies.

Skills

Team leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Busy Kids Private Nursery in Manchester is seeking an experienced Early Years Lead Practitioner to lead the 2–3-year-old room and drive high-quality care and education.

You will work with a dedicated team, model best practice under EYFS, monitor development, and partner with parents and professionals to support every child's learning journey.

Ideal candidates hold Level 3 in Early Years, have leadership experience, and a passion for children's wellbeing.