At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a room in a nurturing nursery, creating engaging learning experiences for children.
- Company: Join the award-winning Finkley Nurseries, part of a fast-growing childcare group.
- Benefits: Earn up to £14.60 per hour, enjoy 6 weeks holiday, and receive a £100 welcome bonus.
- Other info: Flexible hours, professional development opportunities, and a positive team culture await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in early years education and a passion for supporting children's development.
The predicted salary is between 14.6 - 14.6 £ per hour.
Join the Finkley Nurseries Team as a Room Leader / Daily Lead!
Location: Salisbury
Hours: Full-Time 38/40 hours per week over 4 days
Salary: Up to £14.60 per hour Dependant on experience and qualification
ABOUT US: Finkley Nurseries is part of the Attraction Nurseries family — a fast-growing childcare group delivering high-quality early years education across the UK. At our Hudson's Field Nursery, we create nurturing, inspiring environments where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.
The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)
- Badge scheme — earn an additional +30p per hour through WOW moments, planning & checklists
- Up to 6 weeks holiday + your birthday as a volunteer day — support a charity of your choice
- 50% childcare discount
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
- 100+ training courses + SENCO
- £100 welcome bonus for resources
- Free uniform & DBS
- Referral bonuses up to £750
- Free family access to Finkley Down Farm & Solstice Play
The Role (What You’ll Actually Be Doing)
- Leading Your Room
- Lead the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring everything is organised, engaging, and compliant
- Support the management team when needed
- Manage ratios, staff rotas, SEN time, and daily routines
- Create an inspiring, well-resourced environment based on children’s interests
- Delivering Outstanding EYFS Practice
- Deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences in line with EYFS
- Lead planning, observations, and assessments using Famly
- Complete 2-year checks and support SEND documentation
- Act as a key person, supporting children’s development and wellbeing
- Promote inclusive practice so every child can thrive
- Supporting & Developing Your Team
- Lead by example with energy, professionalism, and positivity
- Mentor and support team members, apprentices, and new starters
- Contribute to supervisions, appraisals, and training plans
- Ensure clear communication of daily plans and expectations
- Keeping Everyone Safe
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene, and organisation
- Carry out risk assessments and ensure environments are safe and secure
- Follow safeguarding procedures
- Understand and respond to emergency procedures
- Working with Parents & Professionals
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families
- Support settling-in processes and ongoing communication
- Work with external professionals to support children’s needs
- Living Our Values
- Champion our ethos: Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture
- Support nursery events, marketing, and parent engagement
- Staying Organised
- Keep records, planning, and systems up to date
- Complete checklists, audits, and learning walks
- Manage daily tasks like registers and room organisation
This Job Description Is Not Exhaustive: Additional duties may be required to support the management team and nursery priorities. Flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach are essential to success in this role.
THE DETAILS: Hudson's Field - Salisbury 38/40 hours across 4 days Up to £14.60 per hour
We’re looking for someone ready to step up, take ownership, and make a real impact.
Ready to Embark on a New Adventure? If you’re ready to be part of something meaningful, supportive, and genuinely different…
Attraction Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Room Leader / Daily Lead employer: Finkley Nurseries
Finkley Nurseries is an award-winning childcare provider that prioritises a nurturing and inspiring environment for both children and staff. Located in Salisbury, we offer a supportive work culture with extensive benefits including up to 6 weeks holiday, a generous childcare discount, and over 100 training courses to foster employee growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in early years education while enjoying a vibrant team atmosphere and unique perks like free family access to local attractions.
