Learning Lead Early Years

Learning Lead for Early Years (up to £14.45 p/h)

Final date to receive applications: 31 August 2026

Department: EYT

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Muddy Boots Acomb

Reporting To: Alex Charlesworth

Compensation: £14.05 - £14.45 per hour

Learning Lead for Early Years at Muddy Boots Nursery, Acomb YO24 3HP
. Full-time (4-day week). Are you a qualified Learning Lead in the early years sector looking to take your career to the next level?

• Love helping children get ready to step into school education, focusing on their interests.
• Have an infectious passion for the EYFS and supporting a wider team to use it as a foundation for learning that children love.

As a Learning Lead at Muddy Boots you will:

• Provide high standards of quality teaching within the preschool, including the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Inspire the preschool team to plan appropriately for children, using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum for guidance.
• Lead on 'School Readiness' teaching for older preschool children, as well as the Early Talk Boost programme.
• Effectively manage EYPP funding.
• Support the development of good practice concerning Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion.
• Be a fantastic role model for outstanding interactions and learning in preschool.
• Plan and carry out small group activities around communication, maths, phonics and PSED with the oldest children in our preschool room.

• Inspire and motivate their team; have an infectious passion for the EYFS, and support the wider team to use it as a foundation for learning that children love.
• Passionate about creative teaching; provide the highest standards of quality teaching within the Pre‑School, focusing on developing the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
• Love helping children get ready for school: develop creative programs that mentally and emotionally prepare our older children for the next step in their educational journey.

• A relevant Early Years Qualification (minimum Level 3 or above).
• Over 1 year of experience working in an Early Years / Nursery setting (essential).
• Over 1 year of experience working in a childcare environment (preferred).

• Top 10% pay locally, up to £14.45 per hour (21yrs+).
• 4-day working week for full‑time staff.
• Clear progression opportunities – move through pay bandings and apply internally for new roles.
• Opportunities to progress within our growing group, including roles across our nurseries in York and Leeds.
• Extra holiday days for long‑standing team members.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay.
• Free lunches, tea & snacks.
• Lifestyle discounts on groceries, travel, entertainment & more.
• Employee Assistance Programme – mental health support & coaching.
• Staff treats, social events & celebrations.
• Free uniform and on‑site parking.

Muddy Boots is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This job is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.