Location and Employment
Location: Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom
Job type: Full Time Permanent
Salary: £15.80 Hour (depending on qualification)
Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week
Overview
At Tops Day Nurseries, we’ve been shaping futures since 1990. As the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group, we know that valuing people is key to success. When you join us, you become more than an employee—you become a co-owner with a voice, opportunities to grow, and a share in our success. With over 30 nurseries across the South of England, we provide outstanding early years education and childcare for babies, toddlers and preschool children. There are opportunities for Apprenticeships, Nursery practitioners, Nursery Managers & Casual staff, and we are always looking for passionate individuals to join us. We’re proud to be recognised as a World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 and one of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK (2024).
About The Role
Our Room Leader looks after the educational and social development of babies and young children up to age five. Primary duties include providing a safe environment to learn, helping children develop basic social and behavioural skills, and engaging them in age-appropriate play activities.
About The Nursery
Tops Yeovil Nursery is a 56-place day nursery and preschool providing high-quality Early Education and Care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our safe, happy environment supports each child’s social, physical, intellectual, creative, and emotional development at their own pace through a balance of child-led play and planned learning experiences. The nursery features three bright, age-appropriate rooms and a large secure outdoor area with all-weather surfaces, covered spaces, and a sandpit. Children are encouraged to grow fruit and vegetables in the garden, which are used in the nursery kitchen. Activities include cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, football fun, and more, supporting a rich, play-based curriculum recognised with an Eco-Schools award.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
At Tops Day Nurseries, we reward our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family.
- Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
- Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
- Health & wellbeing support – NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
- A generous holiday allowance, including your birthday off and a wellbeing day
As well as many more exciting benefits. You can view the full list on our page or Careers website!
What does the role involve?
- Manage and support the team of childcare workers and educators in the room.
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities to staff, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Mentor and train staff to ensure high standards of care and education are maintained.
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate learning activities that support the developmental needs of the children.
- Organize a daily routine that balances learning, play, and rest.
- Create stimulating environments with engaging activities that encourage children’s curiosity and development.
- Ensure individual learning plans are developed to meet the needs of each child.
- Ensure the room is always well-organized and that all resources are available and used effectively.
- Set up activities and create displays that reflect the children’s work and progress.
What are we looking for?
- Early Years qualification (Level 3 or higher) in childcare.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Experience working in an early years setting.
- Good communication skills, both with children and adults.
Important Safeguarding Information
Because this role involves regulated activity with children, all candidates must:
- Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don’t yet have one, you’ll need to cover the cost.
- Be eligible to work in regulated roles—not on the Children’s Barred List.
- Successfully complete background and reference checks.
At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Excited to make a difference? Take the next step in your career and join Tops Day Nurseries.
Nursery Room Leader (Internal Only) in Yeovil employer: Tops Day Nurseries
Tops Day Nurseries is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment for Agency Nursery Assistants across multiple locations in Wimborne Minster. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we provide fantastic benefits such as childcare discounts and health support, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth in early years development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while enjoying a collaborative and engaging work culture.
