Stronger Practice Hub Leader

Stronger Practice Hub Leader

Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre will lead the newly created Surrey and Hampshire Early Years Stronger Practice Hub supporting the development of knowledgeable and nurturing early childhood educators.

We are looking for a Stronger Practice Hub Leader to start as soon as possible.

The Early Years Stronger Practice Hub (EYSPH) programme is funded by the Department for Education to improve quality in the early years sector and ensure that every child has the best start in life.

Stronger Practice Hubs across England support the early years sector by sharing evidence-informed practice, providing professional development, and building networks of educators committed to improving outcomes for children.

The Leader will provide leadership for our Early Years Stronger Practice Hub, driving the adoption of evidence-informed practice and strengthening professional development across the early years sector leading to improved outcomes for children, particularly those facing disadvantage. The Leader will join a national network of Early Years Stronger Practice Hub leaders, working collaboratively with the Department for Education, Partners and other hubs across England.

The post is for a minimum of 3 days a week, term-time only, fixed until 31 March 2028 in the first instance.

Visits and/or phone calls to Guildford nursery school and Family Centre are strongly advised for all serious candidates. To make an appointment please call the headteacher, Sally Cave on 01483 566589.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher with QTS.
• Has proven leadership experience in early years, with a track record of improving quality and outcomes beyond a single setting.
• Has strong expertise in early years pedagogy with the ability to translate improvement at scale.
• Has experience of designing and leading high-quality professional development and workforce support.
• Is positive, flexible, responsible and reflective.
• Is interested in Froebelian principles and pedagogy.

We can offer:

• The opportunity to undertake practice-led research.
• A positive, friendly and supportive team of staff and governors.
• Great resources and facilities.
• Hybrid working.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• The chance to lead and influence a new and exciting project.

Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.

Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To apply return a completed application form to: Recruitment@guildfordnscc.surrey.sch.uk

Please note that CVs will not be accepted as applications.

Our recruitment process includes:

• Psychometric assessments and a meeting with our Occupational Psychologist
• A presentation
• Panel interview

Salary: Leadership scale 3-7

Closing date: midday, 9 July 2026

Shortlisting: 10 July 2026

Panel interview: 22 July 2026