At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing room environment and support team development for our youngest children.
- Company: Streatham House Nursery, known for its outstanding community reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, wellbeing support, free breakfast, and fun team events.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent training and career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career in early years education.
- Qualifications: Must have Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
The predicted salary is between 13.8 - 13.8 £ per hour.
We are looking for an experienced Level 3 Early Years Educator – Room Leader to join our team at Streatham House Nursery, leading one of our Rooms. Streatham House Nursery has an outstanding reputation within the local community and is set in a beautiful location. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced practitioner who loves working with babies and is ready to take the next step in their career, leading a nurturing and inspiring room environment.
As Room Leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of care, learning and development for our youngest children, while supporting and guiding your team to create a warm, engaging and stimulating environment.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the Room
- Support and mentor practitioners within the room, creating a positive team culture
- Ensure high standards of care, safety and safeguarding at all times
- Plan and oversee engaging activities that support babies’ development through play and exploration
- Take responsibility for children’s learning and development, monitoring progress and planning meaningful next steps
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers, supporting effective communication and partnerships
- Ensure the room environment is welcoming, stimulating and developmentally appropriate
- Work closely with the management team to maintain high-quality practice across the setting
- Access to the BUPA wellbeing helpline
- Breakfast provided each morning (cereal and fruit)
- Free enhanced DBS
- Increasing holiday entitlement with service
- Regular team treats
- Annual staff BBQ with free bar and Christmas night out
- Dress Down Friday every week
- Competitive salary from £13.80 per hour DOE with annual pay review
- Higher rates of pay recognising additional qualifications (e.g. QTS)
- Rewards and recognition gifts for performance
- Excellent in-house training and career progression opportunities
Are you the ideal candidate?
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Nursery Room Leader – Level 3 employer: Caterpillar Careers
Caterpillar Careers is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for Early Years Educators at Cosy Corner Day Nursery in Birkenhead. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth through excellent in-house training, we ensure that our team members feel valued and empowered in their roles. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while enjoying a rewarding career.
