Deputy Room Leader – Pre-School Room – Up to £34,000

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Room Leader to join our client’s family-run day nursery. Housed in a beautiful Edwardian building with extensive gardens, the nursery cares for children aged 3 months to 5 years in well-equipped, organised rooms.

This role is primarily based within the Pre-School (3–5 years) room, working directly with children and the team, while also supporting the Room Leader in maintaining high standards, quality, and smooth day-to-day operations.

Before You Apply

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 desirable)
• Experience supporting room leadership and promoting high standards across the setting

Key Job Details

• Salary: Up to £34,000 depending on experience
• 40 hours per week
• Shift pattern: 7:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–6:00pm
• Full-time, permanent contract

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Large outdoor space integrated into daily learning
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive, stable management structure
• Opportunity to develop leadership experience and career progression

What You’ll Need

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of the EYFS framework
• Previous experience within a Pre-School room
• Experience supporting room leadership (Deputy, Third in Charge, or equivalent)
• Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Confident in leading teams and maintaining high-quality standards

What You’ll Do

• Support the Room Leader in the day-to-day running of the room
• Deputise in the Room Leader’s absence
• Spend part of the week working directly with children and supporting the team
• Lead planned EYFS activities and ensure high-quality continuous provision
• Monitor observations, assessments, and planning
• Support staff development through coaching and role modelling best practice
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance standards
• Assist with inspections, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Build strong partnerships with parents and external professionals

Applications for the Deputy Room Leader role will be reviewed against essential criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview and a nursery tour.

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