Senior Early Years Lead Practitioner — 2–3 Year Room Leader

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Tameside; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthJobs4U Ltd is seeking an Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our Manchester setting. You will lead the 2–3-year-old room, supervise staff, and drive high-quality care and education aligned with EYFS.

You’ll focus on children's development, wellbeing and inclusive practice while collaborating with the management team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and continuous improvement.

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.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and current practice.
• Thorough safeguarding and child protection understanding.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Inspection Framework.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, support and lead a team.
• Proactive approach with initiative and good organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team within your allocated room, acting as a positive role model.
• Put children's individual needs, development and wellbeing at the heart of your practice.
• Deliver high-quality care, education and learning opportunities in line with the EYFS.
• Plan and provide stimulating experiences that encourage curiosity, independence and development.
• Ensure the room operates effectively, including staff deployment, ratios and day-to-day organisation.
• Support and supervise nursery practitioners, including peer observations.
• Monitor children's development and ensure observations, assessments and records are completed accurately.
• Promote an inclusive environment where every child and staff member feels valued and supported.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, colleagues and external professionals.
• Work with management and other Room Leaders to ensure the nursery runs smoothly.
• Identify opportunities to improve teaching, learning and the environment.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, EYFS and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

HealthJobs4U Ltd is seeking an Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our Manchester setting. You will lead the 2–3-year-old room, supervise staff, and drive high-quality care and education aligned with EYFS.

You’ll focus on children's development, wellbeing and inclusive practice while collaborating with the management team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and continuous improvement.