At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant nursery room and inspire young minds with engaging activities.
- Company: Join the supportive community at Webber Independent School.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free lunches, generous holidays, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Enjoy a warm staff community and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's lives in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and nursery leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 32000 £ per year.
Location: The Webber Independent School
Start Date: September 2026
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (52 weeks)
Salary: From £29,000 up to £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) + excellent benefits
Are you an experienced Early Years practitioner looking to take the next step in your career? Do you love inspiring young minds and shaping their future in a nurturing, high-quality environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Due to our expanding Nursery, The Webber Independent School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Room Leader to guide one of our vibrant nursery rooms and lead practice with passion and purpose.
Why Join Us?
At Webber, you’ll do more than just lead a room — you’ll lay the foundations of lifelong learning. As a through-school for children aged 6 months to 16 years, we offer the unique opportunity to witness the long-term impact of your care and dedication as your students grow and thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Leading your room with energy, warmth, and professionalism
- Supporting, mentoring, and inspiring your team to deliver outstanding care and education
- Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment tailored to the needs of each child
- Working closely with families to build strong relationships and ensure every child feels at home
- Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
- Maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, health, and safety
About You:
- A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years (NVQ or equivalent)
- Experience working in a nursery setting, ideally in a leadership role
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices
- A nurturing, enthusiastic leader who is hands-on and team-oriented
- First Aid trained (or willing to undertake training)
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary – from £29,000 – £32,000 per annum with annual reviews
- Free hot lunches, uniform & parking
- Generous holiday and sick pay entitlement
- Ongoing training & career development opportunities
- Access to an Online Training Portal
- Annual appraisals and support for further qualifications
- Social events and a warm, supportive staff community
- Pension scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and references in line with our safer recruitment policy.
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