Room Leader & Nursery Practitioner - Derby in Etwall

A successful room leader will be confident, organised, and passionate about early years care and education.\\n\\nThe Nursery Practitioner Role\\n\\nAs a practitioner, you will support children’s learning and development in a warm, nurturing environment. Our practitioner roles offer flexibility across rooms and suit individuals who enjoy teamwork and continuous improvement. Every practitioner plays a vital role in delivering outstanding care.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\n * Provide high-quality care and education as a practitioner\\n\\n * Support children’s development in line with the EYFS\\n\\n * Work collaboratively with colleagues and the room leader\\n\\n * Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment\\n\\n * Contribute positively as a practitioner within the wider team\\n\\nQualifications & Experience\\n\\n * Room Leader role: Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)\\n\\n * Practitioner roles: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification\\n\\n * Previous experience in an early years setting preferred\\n\\n * A flexible, professional, and positive approach to work\\n\\nWhat We Offer\\n\\n * Salary: £25,000 – £29,000 per year (depending on role and experience)\\n\\n * Full-time hours: 30–40 hours per week, Monday to Friday\\n\\n * Flexible working hours to support work-life balance\\n\\n * Career progression and professional development opportunities\\n\\n * Staff wellbeing support and advice (internal and external)\\n\\n * Minimum 10% staff childcare discount\\n\\n * Excellent team social events, including a whole-company event each year\\n\\nIf you are a dedicated practitioner or an experienced room leader looking to join a supportive, Good Ofsted-rated nursery in Derby, please apply using the contact details on this advert