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Nursery Room Leader

Job description

Please note, a valid Level 3 in Early Years is required for this role

 

Nursery Room Leader

Salary: Up to £32,500 | Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week | Discounted Childcare + Birthday Off

 

Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your career? A wonderful opportunity has become available for a Nursery Room Leader to join a vibrant, well-resourced nursery with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional early education.

 

Set in a converted townhouse with a large garden and rated Outstanding by Ofsted, this setting offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for both children and staff. As Room Leader, you will play a key role in leading your team, shaping children’s learning experiences, and maintaining high-quality care across your room.

 

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this Nursery Room Leader role, you’ll bring:

  • A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent
  • Strong experience working in a nursery or early years setting
  • Previous experience in a senior or leadership role is highly desirable
  • Excellent knowledge of EYFS, child development, and safeguarding practices
  • The ability to inspire, lead, and support a small team of practitioners
  • A nurturing, professional, and proactive approach to early years education

 

What You’ll Get

This Nursery Room Leader position offers a rewarding benefits package, including:

  • Salary up to £32,500 per year
  • Heavily discounted childcare for your own children
  • Comprehensive training and clear career development pathways
  • Additional day off for your birthday
  • Sector-leading parental leave policies
  • Access to a benefits app offering high street discounts and offers
  • Pension scheme
  • Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme
  • Regular team events and a friendly, collaborative workplace

 

Key Responsibilities

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will:

  • Lead and support your room team to deliver high-quality early years education
  • Create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive environment where children can thrive
  • Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children’s individual needs and interests
  • Monitor and support children’s progress, keeping accurate records and assessments
  • Act as a positive role model, supporting staff development and maintaining high standards
  • Work in close partnership with parents and carers, ensuring open communication
  • Ensure adherence to all safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies

Reference: WILL133453/JR

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