Lead Practitioner

This Lead Practitioner role with YMCA Fairthorne Manor is focused on supporting young children through safe routines, learning activities, and lesson-by-lesson care. It would suit someone who can bring warm, reliable, and clear in communication to the role.

Who the work supports

Early Years Financial Incentive Scheme, we can now offer a £1000 payment to eligible new or returning staff, funded by the Department for Education. Campsite and activities discounts at YMCA Fairthorne Manor: campsite, river hire, activities, day camps30% discount on food in Cafes: Eastleigh and Andover.

How support shows up

Supporting young children through safe routines, learning activities, and lesson-by-lesson care. Designated Safeguarding Lead (level 3 or above) or willingness to train.

The approach that fits

Warm, reliable, and clear in communication.

What needs to be in place

• Level 5 childcare qualification or Level 3, relevant experience and willingness to train.
• Experience of implementing improvements in an early years setting, including demonstrating best practice, coaching staff, setting objectives, and keeping records.

Job details

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays FTE, increasing with length of service up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Option to purchase additional leave (up to 10 days per annum).
• Day camps discounts: 1 week free and 1 week at 50% per child per annum.
• Health Cash plan - Including Medical/Dental/Online retail discounts.

Requirements mentioned

• DBS check
• First Aid