At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to provide outstanding care and education for young children.
- Company: A warm and welcoming private day nursery focused on child development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, childcare discounts, and health programmes.
- Other info: Enjoy a friendly environment with opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's early experiences in a supportive community.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a nursery setting.
The predicted salary is between 27185 - 29120 £ per year.
About Us
We are a well-established private day nursery providing high-quality childcare in a warm, welcoming, and stimulating environment. Our focus is on supporting each child’s individual development through play-based learning and strong partnerships with families.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Nursery Room Leader to take responsibility for one of our rooms. You will lead a small team, ensuring outstanding care and education while maintaining the highest standards expected within a private nursery setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate, and support a team of early years practitioners
- Plan and deliver creative, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS
- Ensure a safe, secure, and engaging environment for all children
- Observe, assess, and track children’s development
- Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals
- Ensure full compliance with safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and care
What We’re Looking For
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum requirement)
- Experience working within a private nursery or similar setting
- Previous leadership or senior practitioner experience (preferred)
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills
- Passionate, reliable, and proactive approach
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with progression opportunities
- Ongoing training and CPD support
- Friendly, supportive working environment
- Pension scheme
- Staff childcare discount
- Paid holiday entitlement
Why Join Our Nursery?
As a private day nursery, we pride ourselves on maintaining smaller group sizes, and a strong sense of community. You’ll have the opportunity to truly make an impact and help shape young children’s early experiences.
Nursery Room Leader Level 3 - *Joining bonus!* in Didcot employer: Childcare People
Join our well-established private day nursery, where we prioritise high-quality childcare in a nurturing and stimulating environment. As a Nursery Room Leader, you will benefit from a competitive salary, ongoing training, and a supportive work culture that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. With smaller group sizes and a strong community focus, you'll have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's early development while enjoying perks like staff childcare discounts and a health & wellbeing programme.
