Pre-School Leader (Heaton)

Location: Heaton
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: PreSchool1512
Salary: £140 - £170/day
Job Published: 15 December 2025

Inspiring little learners every day

Are you the kind of educator who can turn puddle-jumping into a learning opportunity? If you love creating spaces where curiosity, laughter, and learning come together, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Pre-School Leader to join a friendly, forward-thinking early years setting in Heaton. You’ll lead a passionate team, inspire young minds, and make every day an adventure.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Creating a child-centred environment where every child feels valued, seen, and supported
  • Planning and delivering a creative, play-based curriculum that sparks imagination and early learning
  • Supporting all children, including those with SEND, to make meaningful progress
  • Working with a collaborative, caring team that believes in curiosity-led learning and big smiles
  • Building strong relationships with families and the local community

What We’re Looking For

  • A confident, qualified early years practitioner (Level 3 or above, or QTS preferred)
  • Someone with genuine warmth, energy, and creativity
  • A team leader who can motivate others and bring new ideas to life
  • Experience in supporting children with additional needs is a bonus
  • Most importantly, someone who believes in making learning joyful and inclusive

Why Work with Protocol Education?

When you join our network, you get more than just a job:

  • Free access to our online Educator CPD Academy – over 70 free accredited courses to boost your skills
  • A dedicated consultant who’ll check in regularly to make sure you’re happy and supported
  • FREE Thrive and Safeguarding training – because wellbeing and child development go hand in hand
  • Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella deductions
  • A team that genuinely cares about you and the impact you make

Safeguarding

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates must have (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the Update Service and complete free online Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training before placement.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to help shape confident, happy learners, and lead a team that shares your passion, apply now or get in touch to find out more.

Let’s help little minds grow big dreams.