At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team in a vibrant nursery environment focused on curiosity-led learning.
- Company: Join a high-quality nursery in Crawley that values your well-being and professional growth.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with supportive management and a creative work culture.
- Other info: Immediate start available; must pass child protection vetting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years; Level 4 or above is a bonus.
The predicted salary is between 27185 - 27185 £ per year.
Do you want to lead and mentor a team in a gold standard nursery environment? Are you passionate about curiosity-led learning and creative pedagogy? Looking for a role with a hands-on owner who genuinely invests in your well-being? If you are a reflective practitioner who doesn't just manage a room but actively inspires it, this is the perfect environment for your next career step.
Position: Nursery Room Leader
Location: Crawley
Contract Type: Permanent full-time role
Start Date: ASAP
Qualification: Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (Level 4 or above is highly desirable)
Randstad Education is partnering with a high-quality day nursery in Crawley to find a dedicated, full-time Nursery Room Leader to join their professional family. This is a critical leadership appointment for a reflective practitioner who doesn't just manage a classroom routine, but actively inspires and mentors the team. This role supports five days a week Monday - Friday in line with school hours.
Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time. All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.
If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work, please apply now and I will be in touch with you. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Responsibilities:- Guide staff, conduct peer observations, and run 1:1 training.
- Embed a curiosity approach to deliver stimulating activities.
- Deploy staff and resources to seamlessly maintain statutory ratios.
- Enforce strict child protection procedures and daily risk assessments.
- Manage the EY Log and provide professional development updates.
- A Level 3 childcare qualification (e.g., Early Years Educator).
- Strong understanding of curiosity-led learning models.
- Proven ability to mentor staff and foster team collaboration.
- Proficient in tracking progress using the EY Log platform.
- Deep knowledge of statutory ratios and Ofsted frameworks.
- Clear professional skills for feedback to staff and parents.
- Highly motivated to evaluate and improve classroom practice.
- Natural role model who maintains high professional standards.
- Deeply committed to proactive child safety and welfare.
- Skilled at building trusting relationships with families and colleagues.
- Energetic and resourceful in developing stimulating learning environments.
Nursery Room Leader : Crawley employer: TipTopJob
Join a nurturing and innovative nursery in Crawley, where your leadership will inspire a team dedicated to curiosity-led learning. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being and professional development, this role offers a supportive environment for growth and creativity, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to thrive. Experience the unique advantage of working closely with an engaged owner who values your contributions and fosters a collaborative culture.
