Room Leader | Up to £28,000 | 40 Hours per Week | Level 3 Early Years

Are you a confident and passionate early years professional ready to lead and inspire? This welcoming, purpose-built nursery—rated Good by Ofsted—is looking for a qualified Room Leader to take the lead in one of its bright, spacious rooms and guide a team committed to delivering exceptional care and education.

With light-filled learning spaces and a large outdoor garden designed for exploration and play, this “home from home” setting offers the perfect environment to support children’s growth while fostering strong, collaborative relationships among staff. If you're ready to step up, take ownership of your room, and grow within a supportive team—this could be your next move.

What You’ll Need

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in an early years setting, ideally in a senior or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development principles
• Ability to lead, inspire, and support a small team of practitioners
• A warm, proactive, and child-centred approach
• Clear understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and health & safety standards
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

What’s on Offer

• Discounted childcare
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to a benefits and rewards portal
• Wellness support and wellbeing programme
• Regular CPD and professional development opportunities
• A positive, nurturing team culture in a modern, purpose-built environment

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring high-quality care and education
• Plan, implement, and reflect on engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS
• Support, mentor, and motivate your team to achieve their potential
• Observe and track children’s development, ensuring individual needs are met
• Foster strong, respectful relationships with children, parents, and carers
• Maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive environment at all times
• Contribute to whole-nursery initiatives and help drive continuous improvement

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