Childbase Partnership Ltd

About the Company

Welcome to Childbase Partnership's LinkedIn page.

Childbase Partnership is an employee-owned childcare company who have 43 nurseries providing ‘Sound Foundations' for children aged 0-5 years.

As an employee owned company we listen to what our Partners tell us, whether through listening lunches and roadshows or via the Partnership Council, our employee representative group. We have an ethos of 'We all contribute, We all benefit' which is supported by our fantastic benefits package, internal training programmes and career development opportunities . We are not only a ‘Top 25 Company to Work For’, we are also rated ‘World Class’ by engagement specialists Best Companies.

People matter and we recognise that our Employee Partners are our greatest asset. We actively support and develop all Partners professionally and personally. Our investment in our Partners is fundamental to the delivery of 'extraordinary' childcare across each of our nurseries, placing us second in the Nursery World quality league tables.

If you are looking to start an extraordinary career in childcare as an apprentice or practitioner, or are looking to take the next step in your career as a room leader, team leader, deputy or manager then please visit https://childbasecareers.com to see our current opportunities.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Childbase Partnership Ltd

Job Title

Nursery Team Leader

Job Description

Job title: Nursery Team Leader Role Summary: Lead a room‑based early years team, ensuring delivery of high‑quality, EYFS‑compliant care and education, maintaining Ofsted standards, safeguarding, and fostering a supportive, collaborative environment. Expectations: Manage shift rotas, maintain consistent attendance, uphold child safety and welfare, support staff development, and contribute to continuous improvement of the nursery’s care quality. Key Responsibilities: - Supervise and support a team of early years professionals, assigning duties and monitoring performance. - Plan, implement, and evaluate EYFS‑aligned curriculum activities that promote learning through play. - Observe, assess, and record children’s progress; prepare reports for parents and internal use. - Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed; conduct risk assessments and incident reporting. - Facilitate staff training, team meetings, and professional development sessions. - Maintain accurate attendance, staffing, and resource records; manage rota schedules. - Communicate regularly with parents, responding to queries and providing updates on children’s development. - Uphold health and safety regulations, cleaning protocols, and emergency procedures. Required Skills: - Proven leadership and team‑management capabilities in an early years setting. - In‑depth knowledge of EYFS curriculum, assessment, and planning. - Strong safeguarding awareness, with a proactive approach to child protection. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for staff, parents, and external stakeholders. - Effective organisational, time‑management, and problem‑solving abilities. - Ability to mentor and develop staff, fostering a positive workplace culture. Required Education & Certifications: - DfE‑approved early years qualification (Level 3 or higher). - Minimum of two years of experience in an early years environment. - Current DBS (or Enhanced DBS) check. - Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

Winchester, United kingdom

On site

05-02-2026