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Pre-school Room Leader

Job description

Room Leader – Pre-School Room

£32,500 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week

 

Are you passionate about helping children build the confidence, independence, and skills they need for their next big adventure - starting school?

 

We're looking for an experienced Pre-School Room Leader to join a welcoming nursery where children's learning and development are at the heart of everything they do. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team while supporting children during a crucial stage of their early years journey.

 

Set within a beautifully converted nursery building, the environment has been thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and exploration. Light, spacious open-plan rooms provide a stimulating learning environment, while extensive outdoor areas with free-flow access allow children to enjoy a balance of indoor and outdoor learning throughout the day.

 

What We're Looking For

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification
  • Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar role
  • Experience working with pre-school-aged children
  • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and school readiness
  • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare

 

What's On Offer

  • £32,500 per annum
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Paid DBS check
  • Annual leave increasing with service
  • Team events and celebrations
  • Pension scheme
  • Employee recognition awards
  • Supportive leadership team
  • Career progression opportunities

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the day-to-day running of the Pre-School Room
  • Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
  • Support, mentor, and develop practitioners within the room
  • Plan and oversee engaging activities that support children's learning, development, and school readiness
  • Monitor children's progress through observations and assessments
  • Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
  • Create a stimulating environment that promotes independence and confidence
  • Make full use of indoor and outdoor learning spaces to enrich children's experiences
  • Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times

 

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

 

Reference: WILL229850/DB

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