Early Years Lead Practitioner

2 weeks ago


Bournemouth, Bournemouth, United Kingdom Tops Day Nurseries Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Early Years Lead Practitioner to join our team at Tops Day Nurseries. As a key member of our nursery team, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, educational, and fun environment for our children.

As an Early Years Lead Practitioner, you will be responsible for supporting the quality of learning and development in our setting, engaging with sector developments both locally and nationally, and skilfully leading day-to-day practice at an operational level.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and promote children's early education and development
  • Be responsible for supporting the quality of learning and development in our setting
  • Engage with sector developments both locally and nationally
  • Skilfully lead day-to-day practice at an operational level
  • Safeguard and promote the health, safety, and welfare of children
  • Work in partnership with the key person, colleagues, parents, and/or carers or other professionals
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • 29 days holiday (full-time, otherwise pro-rata, including Bank Holidays)
  • Up to 60% discount for childcare within Tops Day Nurseries
  • Access to our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, including exclusive deals and discounts, up to 40% off cinema, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers
  • Pay Day Sub
  • NHS Prescription Charges
  • Optical Care
  • Dental Treatment
  • Company-wide profit bonus scheme, annually rewarded each May
  • Uniform Provided
  • A flexible option to work 4 days a week
  • Fantastic career development opportunities
About You

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, creative skills, and a positive outlook. You will be responsible for supporting the quality of learning and development in our setting, engaging with sector developments, and skilfully leading day-to-day practice at an operational level.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through our fully funded Early Years Lead Practitioner programme, which will equip you with the skills and confidence to take on a leadership role in our nursery.

We are an Employee-Owned Company, and as a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to share in the company's success and benefit from our profit-sharing scheme.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, and we welcome applications from candidates who share our values and are passionate about delivering high-quality care and education to our children.



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