At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing nursery room, creating engaging activities and supporting children's wellbeing.
- Company: A passionate kindergarten in Chartham, Kent, focused on gentle parenting.
- Benefits: 40 hours per week, competitive pay, ongoing professional development, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a welcoming team that values creativity and alternative thinking in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in early years education while being part of a caring community.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and leadership experience or readiness to step up.
The predicted salary is between 25891 - 31645 £ per year.
Academics in Canterbury are looking for a Level 3 qualified Nursery Room Lead to join a nurturing, child-centred kindergarten in Chartham, Kent. They are looking for an energetic and inspiring Room Leader to join their team as soon as possible.
This role is ideal for someone who believes in gentle parenting approaches, respects children as capable individuals, and enjoys thinking differently about early years education.
About the role
As a Nursery Room Lead you will:
- Lead the day-to-day running of your room, creating a calm, engaging, and inclusive environment
- Plan and deliver meaningful, child-led activities in line with the EYFS
- Support children’s emotional wellbeing using gentle, respectful behaviour approaches
- Mentor and support practitioners within the room, modelling best practice
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Complete observations, assessments, and planning to a high standard
- Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety procedures are always followed
About you
We are looking for a Nursery Room Lead who:
- Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
- Is available to start ASAP
- Brings energy, warmth, and creativity to their practice
- Has a strong understanding of gentle parenting / respectful care
- Is an alternative thinker — reflective, open-minded, and not afraid to move away from traditional methods
- Has leadership experience, or is ready to step up into a Room Leader role
- Communicates confidently with both adults and children
What we offer
- 40 hours per week, all year round
- A supportive, values-led setting
- A welcoming, passionate team
- The opportunity to truly shape practice within your room
- Ongoing professional development
- Competitive pay, dependent on experience
If you are a Nursery Room Lead and believe early years education should be kind, respectful, and joyful, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a kindergarten where children — and staff — are genuinely valued.
Nursery Room Lead employer: Academics Ltd
Join a nurturing and child-centred kindergarten in Chartham, Kent, where you will be part of a supportive and passionate team dedicated to creating a calm and engaging environment for children. With a strong emphasis on professional development and the opportunity to shape your practice, this role offers a rewarding experience for those who value gentle parenting approaches and wish to make a meaningful impact in early years education.
