At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a preschool room, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children aged 3-5.
- Company: Woodroyd Nursery & Children's Centre, dedicated to early years education.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, term-time only hours, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to safeguarding and child welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in early years education and knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted standards.
Location: Woodroyd Road, West Bowling, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD5 8EL
Hours & Contract: 33.75 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks). Permanent position.
Salary: Hourly rate: £14.77
Responsibilities:
- Daily running of the preschool room, ensuring safeguarding and health & safety.
- Planning, delivery and monitoring of care, play and learning opportunities for children aged 3-5.
- Support staff in implementing the EYFS into your room’s daily routine.
- Observe children and their development, providing next steps to continuously improve learning.
- Supervise and manage staff to maintain outstanding Ofsted standards.
Requirements:
- Enthusiastic and experienced in early years education.
- Knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted standards.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
- Eligibility to work in the UK (proof required).
- Subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Application: CVs are not accepted for this post. To apply, please follow the instructions on the Kirklees Council portal.
Closing Date: 12:00 PM, Tuesday 30th June 2026.
Equal Opportunity: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Senior Early Years Practitioner / Room Lead - Woodroyd Nursery & Children's Centre employer: Kirklees Council
Woodroyd Nursery & Children's Centre is an exceptional employer that prioritises the development and well-being of both its staff and the children in their care. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and collaboration. Located in the vibrant community of West Bowling, Bradford, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early years education while enjoying a term-time only schedule that promotes work-life balance.
