Senior Early Years Educator Level 3
| Posting date: | 15 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Wage dependent upon qualification |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | BB3 1JE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Les Enfants Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LE4 |
Summary
Senior Early Years Practitioner Level 3
Location: Les Enfants Private Nursery, Darwen
Reporting to: Area Lead / Nursery Manager
Qualification Required: Full and relevant Level 3 in Early Years
Ready to Lead Through Practice?
Are you ready to move beyond “doing the job” and into leading practice through example?
At Les Enfants Private Nursery, part of The Ark Experience, our Senior Practitioner is more than an experienced educator. They are a role model, a mentor, and a champion of high quality early years provision. This is the role where everything you have learned truly comes to life.
About Us
Set in a beautiful Victorian building with extensive gardens and outdoor spaces, Les Enfants provides a nurturing, inspiring environment where children flourish. Our approach is holistic, child centred and rooted in meaningful experiences, including our Forest School programme.
We believe in:
Warm, responsive relationships
High quality interactions
Curiosity led learning
Outdoor exploration
Reflective practice
A strong, united team culture
What Makes This Role Different?
As a Senior Practitioner, you will:
✨ Model outstanding practice in the room every day
✨ Lead by example, demonstrating high quality interactions and purposeful provision
✨ Support and mentor other practitioners, particularly apprentices and newer staff
✨ Help embed our curriculum and company ethos consistently across the setting
✨ Take responsibility for maintaining high standards of learning environments
✨ Contribute to planning, assessment and next steps at a deeper, more analytical level
✨ Work closely with the Manager and Area Lead to drive quality improvement
You will not just follow policy. You will help bring it to life.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver inspiring, engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYFS
Ensure high quality teaching and learning across your room
Monitor children’s progress and support staff in identifying next steps
Promote inclusive practice and strong partnership with parents
Champion outdoor learning and Forest School principles
Support room organisation, routines and daily leadership
Contribute to reflective practice and continuous improvement
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Has a genuine passion for Early Years
Is confident leading practice within a room
Can mentor and support colleagues positively
Understands child development deeply and can apply theory to practice
Communicates clearly and builds strong parent partnerships
Is committed to professional development
Embodies warmth, professionalism and integrity
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Ongoing CPD and leadership development
Career progression within The Ark Experience
Supportive management structure
A values driven, child centred working environment
Benefits
Childcare discount
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Schedule: 8 hour shift, Monday to Friday
Setting: Day Nursery
Location: Les Enfants Private Nursery, Darwen
Reporting to: Area Lead / Nursery Manager
Qualification Required: Full and relevant Level 3 in Early Years
Ready to Lead Through Practice?
Are you ready to move beyond “doing the job” and into leading practice through example?
At Les Enfants Private Nursery, part of The Ark Experience, our Senior Practitioner is more than an experienced educator. They are a role model, a mentor, and a champion of high quality early years provision. This is the role where everything you have learned truly comes to life.
About Us
Set in a beautiful Victorian building with extensive gardens and outdoor spaces, Les Enfants provides a nurturing, inspiring environment where children flourish. Our approach is holistic, child centred and rooted in meaningful experiences, including our Forest School programme.
We believe in:
Warm, responsive relationships
High quality interactions
Curiosity led learning
Outdoor exploration
Reflective practice
A strong, united team culture
What Makes This Role Different?
As a Senior Practitioner, you will:
✨ Model outstanding practice in the room every day
✨ Lead by example, demonstrating high quality interactions and purposeful provision
✨ Support and mentor other practitioners, particularly apprentices and newer staff
✨ Help embed our curriculum and company ethos consistently across the setting
✨ Take responsibility for maintaining high standards of learning environments
✨ Contribute to planning, assessment and next steps at a deeper, more analytical level
✨ Work closely with the Manager and Area Lead to drive quality improvement
You will not just follow policy. You will help bring it to life.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver inspiring, engaging learning experiences aligned with the EYFS
Ensure high quality teaching and learning across your room
Monitor children’s progress and support staff in identifying next steps
Promote inclusive practice and strong partnership with parents
Champion outdoor learning and Forest School principles
Support room organisation, routines and daily leadership
Contribute to reflective practice and continuous improvement
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Has a genuine passion for Early Years
Is confident leading practice within a room
Can mentor and support colleagues positively
Understands child development deeply and can apply theory to practice
Communicates clearly and builds strong parent partnerships
Is committed to professional development
Embodies warmth, professionalism and integrity
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Ongoing CPD and leadership development
Career progression within The Ark Experience
Supportive management structure
A values driven, child centred working environment
Benefits
Childcare discount
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Schedule: 8 hour shift, Monday to Friday
Setting: Day Nursery