Role Summary

As Childcare Lead, you will have overall responsibility for the quality of teaching, learning, and care across the EYFS. You’ll ensure the curriculum is delivered consistently to a high standard, lead and develop the team, and maintain full compliance with all regulatory requirements. This is a senior leadership role suited to a confident, forward-thinking early years professional.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Quality

• Lead, inspire, and develop the EYFS team to deliver outstanding practice

• Embed a culture of teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement

• Drive consistent, high-quality EYFS delivery across all rooms

Curriculum & Standards

• Oversee curriculum planning and implementation

• Monitor teaching quality and provide coaching and feedback

• Report on quality and standards to senior stakeholders as required

Compliance & Safeguarding

• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding, and health & safety requirements

• Maintain policies, procedures, and strong external relationships

Staff Development

• Identify training needs and support ongoing professional development

• Mentor staff and encourage the sharing of best practice

Operational Support

• Support day-to-day nursery operations, stepping into operational or admin duties when required

Parents & Community

• Build strong relationships with parents and promote an inclusive, welcoming environment

Requirements

• Level 3 Childcare qualification (or equivalent); higher qualifications desirable

• Proven leadership experience within an early years setting

• Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements

• Excellent communication, organisation, and people-management skills

Values

• Teamwork – working together to achieve the best outcomes

• Ownership – taking responsibility and pride in our work

• Inspire & Nurture – supporting children and colleagues to thrive

• Grow – commitment to continuous development