Room Leader - Up to £29,100

The setting has a calm, home-like feel, where the focus is on building genuine relationships with the children and supporting them through each stage of development. The role is hands-on but also comes with responsibility - you’ll be leading your room day to day, supporting staff, and making sure everything runs as it should. A Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential, along with experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner and the confidence to take ownership of the room.

Before You Apply

• Recent experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner in an Early Years setting is required.
• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential.

Key Job Details

• Job title: Room Leader Level 3 Early Years
• Salary: Up to £29,100 per year
• Contract: Permanent

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Smaller, calm environment with a focus on individual child development
• Clear responsibility for your own room and daily practice
• Consistent team working across the nursery
• Heavily discounted childcare
• Ongoing training and development
• Pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Regular team events

What You’ll Need

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding
• Ability to lead a room and support a small team
• Clear communication and organisational skills

What You’ll Do

• Lead the day-to-day running of your room
• Plan and deliver activities in line with the EYFS
• Support and guide staff within the room
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised environment
• Build relationships with parents and communicate daily updates

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed against the essential criteria. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly to arrange the next stage.

Reference: WILL217064/DN

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