Early Years Lead

Salary: Full time - 37 hours/week, (term time only total of 39 weeks): from £29,297.00
to £32,143.00 pa (Full time, all-year round equivalent is from £34,137.00 - £37,453)

Start date: 1st September 2026

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Noon on Wednesday 15th July 2026

Interviews: Will be held from w/c 20th July 2026

Are you an inspiring Early Years Practitioner ready to take the next step in your career? This
is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the Aspire Foundation as an Early Years Lead, in a
setting where every child is nurtured, valued, and inspired to thrive.
As Early Years Lead, you will lead with passion, purpose, and expertise, creating a safe,
stimulating, and inclusive environment where children flourish and staff feel empowered to
deliver their very best.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a strong understanding of the EYFS and best practice
• Is passionate about delivering high-quality outcomes for all children
• Can inspire, motivate, and develop a team
• Leads with warmth, integrity, and high expectations
• Proven leadership experience within an early years or nursery setting

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing a dedicated early years team at your allocated setting
• Ensuring outstanding standards of care, learning, and safeguarding
• Driving high-quality teaching and learning across the setting
• Building strong partnerships with parents, carers, and the wider community
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the setting with professionalism and vision

At Aspire Foundation, we believe that early childhood is the foundation for lifelong success.
We are committed to creating environments where children feel safe, confident, and excited
to learn and where staff feel valued and supported.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to lead with purpose and be part of something
truly meaningful.

How to Apply:

Please click on Apply Now to view the job description and person specifications for the Early Years Lead role, on our website.