Room Leader – Baby Room | £28,000–£31,000 | Full-Time

Lead with care, nurture with purpose, and take the next step in your early years career.

If you're an experienced Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) ready to take the lead in a warm and welcoming baby room, we’d love to hear from you. With a competitive salary of up to £31,000, full-time hours all year round, and key holder responsibilities, this is a role that combines hands-on care, leadership, and room to grow.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (e.g. CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent) – Essential
• Experience working with babies in an early years setting
• Previous experience in a senior or supervisory role (e.g. Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner) – Desirable
• Strong understanding of the EYFS, child development, and safeguarding practices
• Confident in taking on key holder responsibilities and supporting daily operational tasks
• Warm, reliable, and confident in leading a small team with kindness and professionalism

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Salary: £28,000–£31,000 per annum (based on experience)
• Professional development: Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Discounted childcare: Support for working parents and carers
• Purpose-built nursery: Beautiful, modern setting designed with babies' needs in mind
• Growing benefits: Annual leave increases with length of service

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the baby room team, ensuring a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for babies aged 3–18 months
• Supporting the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of each child, tailored to their unique routines
• Planning and delivering age-appropriate, sensory-rich experiences in line with the EYFS framework
• Acting as a key holder, contributing to the safe opening/closing of the nursery as required
• Supporting and mentoring team members, fostering a collaborative and reflective environment
• Building strong, trusting relationships with families through regular communication and updates
• Monitoring child development, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring safeguarding standards are always upheld

Take the Lead in Little Lives

If you’re passionate about early years, ready to lead with love, and excited to step into a rewarding leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.

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