At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nursery room, delivering high-quality care and education for children.
- Company: Friendly nursery team focused on children's early learning experiences.
- Benefits: Up to £29,500 per annum, discounted childcare, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with training opportunities and team celebrations.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Room Leader or similar role with strong EYFS knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 29500 - 29500 £ per year.
Up to £29,500 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week
Ready to take the lead and make a real impact on children's early learning experiences?
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Room Leader to join their friendly nursery team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident early years professional who enjoys supporting children to thrive while mentoring colleagues and maintaining high standards of practice within the room.
Designed to feel warm, welcoming, and child-centred, the nursery provides carefully planned learning environments tailored to different age groups.
Inviting outdoor spaces encourage exploration, physical development, and imaginative play, creating opportunities for children to learn through meaningful experiences both indoors and outdoors.
This role offers the chance to combine hands‑on childcare with leadership responsibilities in a supportive setting that values professional development and teamwork.
- What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar role
- Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
- Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Experience supporting and mentoring colleagues
- A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare
- What’s On Offer
- Up to £29,500 per annum
- 40 hours per week
- Long service rewards
- Benefits and rewards portal
- Discounted childcare
- Team events and celebrations
- Training and development opportunities
- Supportive leadership team
- Career progression opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day running of your designated room
- Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
- Support, mentor, and develop team members within the room
- Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences that support children’s development
- Monitor children’s progress through observations and assessments
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
- Promote high standards of practice across the room
- Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
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