Senior Nursery Practitioner: Lead, Inspire & Grow

Caring Kindergartens Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% nursery fee discount

Employee app for rosters and policies

Christmas and New Year time off

Training and career development

Inclusive team culture

Job summary

Caring Kindergartens Ltd is seeking a proactive Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a dedicated team in our English early years setting. You will model high-quality practice, support colleagues and foster strong relationships with children and families.

You'll work to maintain excellent safeguarding, plan meaningful observations and learning experiences, and develop routines that reflect each child's interests while supporting professional development across the team.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in an Early Years setting.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and child development.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with warm, responsive interactions.
• Support and develop colleagues, provide constructive feedback.
• Foster teamwork and effective daily routines.
• Support induction and ongoing professional development.
• Ensure high standards of observation, assessment and planning.
• Build strong partnerships with families.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team development

Strong communication

Knowledge of EYFS

Observation & assessment

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification recognised by the Department for Education

Job description

Caring Kindergartens Ltd is seeking a proactive Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a dedicated team in our English early years setting. You will model high-quality practice, support colleagues and foster strong relationships with children and families.

You'll work to maintain excellent safeguarding, plan meaningful observations and learning experiences, and develop routines that reflect each child's interests while supporting professional development across the team.