Room Leader

Room Leader (Level 3 Qualified) - £29,500

This nursery offers a calm, light-filled setting where children move freely between indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the day. Practice focuses on providing a nurturing, challenging, and enjoyable learning environment that helps children grow in confidence at their own pace. As Room Leader, you will lead a team within the room, supporting high-quality practice and ensuring consistent routines and care.

Before You Apply

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential for this role.
• Recent experience working as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner in a similar setting is required.
• Applicants must be confident leading a team, managing routines, and maintaining standards across the room.

Key Job Details

• Salary: £29,500 per year
• Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time
• Contract: Permanent
• Ofsted rating: Good
• Setting: Calm, light-filled nursery with free-flow outdoor access

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• A well-established nursery with clear routines and realistic expectations
• Free-flow access to outdoor spaces encouraging exploration and active play
• Skilled, supportive staff team focused on steady, high-quality practice
• Stable full-time hours within a Good Ofsted-rated environment
• Benefits including discounted childcare, pension scheme, Christmas closure, benefits portal and much more

What You'll Need

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)
• Recent experience as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, or similar role in an early years setting
• Sound understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding responsibilities
• Ability to manage daily routines and support staff consistently and calmly

What You'll Do

• Lead the day-to-day running of your room, supporting staff and maintaining routines
• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS
• Observe, record, and support children's development and next steps
• Maintain safeguarding, health, and safety standards throughout the room
• Support and mentor practitioners to ensure consistent, high-quality practice

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly by the nursery team. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly with clear next steps. Communication is straightforward and respectful throughout.