Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nursery Lead to join our happy, dynamic and ambitious team!
We are a heavily over subscribed school, serving the heart of the South Holland Community with highly motivated staff and children.
If you are fully committed to seeking the best outcomes for all children, see challenge as an opportunity and have a good sense of humour – then we could be the place for you!
In return we offer:
Opportunities to grow and develop with a supportive team around you
Being part of a MAT with a wealth of training and professional development opportunities
Fantastic, kind, energetic, compassionate children
A culture of trust, support, ambition & encouragement
Job Description:
This is a permanent role for 37 hours/week, term time. This is for an Easter start, or sooner.
Day-to-Day Room Leadership
Lead the daily running of the preschool room, ensuring smooth routines and a calm, purposeful learning environment
Prepare and organise snack times.
Act as a positive role model, maintaining high standards of practice, behaviour management, and interaction with children
Plan and deliver, with support of EY lead, engaging activities aligned with the teacher’s planning
Ensure ratios are met and staff are deployed effectively throughout the day
Lead short inputs based around storytime, maths, phonics and ‘topic’ following direction and plans of EY lead.
Supporting Teaching & Learning
Work closely with the EY lead to implement planned learning activities
Adapt activities to meet the needs of individual children, including SEND and EAL
Observe children’s engagement and progress, feeding back key information to the EY lead
Promote play-based learning and independence in line with the EYFS
Assessment & Observations
Carry out observations and contribute to children’s learning records (tapestry and end of term assessments)
Support accurate and timely completion of assessments and next steps
Share relevant information during handovers, meetings, and reviews
Staff Support & Mentoring
Support and guide practitioners within the room, including new or less experienced staff
Model effective practice
Communicate clearly with staff about daily expectations and routines
Resources & Environment
Organise, maintain, and rotate resources to support planned learning and children’s interests
Ensure the indoor and outdoor environments are safe, stimulating, and well presented
Monitor stock levels and report resource needs to the EY lead
Safeguarding, Welfare & Health and Safety
Take responsibility for safeguarding practice within the room and follow school and nursery policies
Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times
Support children’s personal care needs, including toileting and hygiene, with dignity and consistency
Administer first aid and medication in line with policy (if trained).
Parent Communication
Build positive, professional relationships with parents and carers
Share relevant daily information about children’s wellbeing and experiences
Direct learning-related queries to the teacher where appropriate
Preparation & Non-Contact Time
Use allocated half-day preparation time effectively for:
Organising resources
Completing observations and paperwork
Preparing the environment for upcoming learning
Meeting with the EY lead to discuss children’s needs and room organisation
Professional Conduct
Attend staff meetings, training, and supervision as required
Reflect on practice and engage in continuous professional development
Closing Date: 08/03/2026
The Voyage Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, which will include online checks. Therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.
Voyage Education Partnership welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
