Preschool Room Leader

Step into a Leadership Role in Early Years

Position: Assistant Room Manager

Location: Bristol BS16

Job Type: Maternity Cover - Fixed Term Contract

Hours: Full-time (typically 40 hours per week)

About Us

We are proud to be part of the newly formed Chalk Nursery Group, a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality early education and care. At Red Bus Downend, we offer exceptional learning environments for children aged 3 months to 5 years, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

Our settings are known for their warmth, strong community feel, and commitment to nurturing every child — and every team member.

Red Bus Downend is a vibrant, four-storey nursery in a beautifully restored former maternity hospital. Every floor features bright, character-filled rooms, from sensory spaces to a glass yurt and a unique Curiosity Room. With landscaped gardens, excellent facilities, and space for both children and staff to thrive, it\'s a truly special place to work. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

About the Role

We\'re seeking a motivated and experienced Room Leader (Assistant Room Manager) to lead our preschool room.

As Assistant Room Manager you will:

• Lead your room team in delivering outstanding EYFS-based care and education
• Take the lead on planning, observation, and assessment.
• Support, coach and inspire your team to achieve excellence
• Build strong relationships with children and their families, acting as a key point of contact
• Ensure a safe, stimulating, inclusive, and nurturing environment at all times
• Champion safeguarding, equality and health & safety practices within the room
• Work collaboratively with management and contribute to the nursery\'s wider development

What We\'re Looking For

• Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years (essential)
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within an early years setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and statutory frameworks
• Confident communicator with leadership, teamwork, and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and helping others grow

What We Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package

Up to 28 days of annual leave (including paid time off at Christmas)

Regular staff social events and recognition initiatives

Free access to expert wellbeing support, daily check-ins, and virtual health consultations via the Symbio app

Discounted childcare

Full uniform provided

Ongoing training and development opportunities

A genuinely supportive team and leadership structure

Important Information

• All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children – all staff are expected to share this commitment

Apply Today

If you\'re ready to take the next step in your early years career and lead a room where your ideas, leadership and care truly matter — we\'d love to hear from you.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.34-£14.56 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme

Licence/Certification:

• Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person