Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a passionate, confident and nurturing Nursery Lead to join a vibrant early years setting and help shape the learning journey of children in their most crucial developmental years. Position: Nursery Lead Practitioner Location: South Ockendon Salary Scale: £90-£135 per day Contract Type: Full-time Start Date: September As the Nursery Lead, you will: Oversee the daily running of the nursery room, ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment. Lead and inspire a team of practitioners, modelling outstanding early years practice. Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning opportunities aligned with the EYFS framework. Monitor children’s progress, keeping accurate records and working closely with parents and carers. Take responsibility for safeguarding, wellbeing and health & safety across the setting. Liaise with management and contribute to inspections, audits and development planning. We’re looking for someone who: Holds a Level 3 qualification or above in Early Years Education (essential). Has at least 2 years of experience in a nursery or EYFS setting. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a small team. Has an excellent knowledge of the EYFS framework, safeguarding, and child developmen...