Preschool Room Leader - Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)
Location: Beeston, Leeds | Private Day Nursery

Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years Educator looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a supportive, nurturing environment where children are at the heart of everything you do? If so, we'd love to welcome you to our vibrant and friendly nursery team in Beeston, Leeds!

We are currently seeking a Preschool Room Leader to take the reins of our clients thriving preschool room, leading both the children's learning and the team of dedicated practitioners. This is a full-time, permanent position with exciting opportunities for career progression and personal development.

About the Role

As our Preschool Room Leader, you'll be responsible for:

Leading and inspiring a team of Early Years Practitioners in delivering outstanding care and education

Planning, implementing, and evaluating a rich, stimulating EYFS curriculum tailored to children's individual interests and developmental stages

Supporting the emotional well-being, safeguarding, and welfare of all children in your care

Working closely with parents and carers to build strong, positive relationships and maintain effective communication

Overseeing observations, assessments, and next steps to ensure each child achieves their full potential

Ensuring high standards of hygiene, health, and safety in the preschool environment

Acting as a role model, mentoring junior staff and supporting their professional development

What We Offer

A clear and structured progression pathway, with opportunities to grow into senior leadership roles

A supportive and friendly staff team where your ideas and passion are genuinely valued

Generous holiday entitlement (well above statutory minimum!)

A beautiful, well-resourced setting designed to inspire curiosity and creativity

Regular CPD opportunities and in-house training to keep your skills fresh and relevant

Staff wellbeing initiatives and social events - because a happy team is a thriving team!

Competitive salary (dependent on qualifications and experience)

What We're Looking For

A Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years Childcare

Previous experience working in a preschool environment, ideally in a senior or leadership role

A deep understanding of the EYFS, child development, safeguarding, and inclusive practice

Passion, energy, and a genuine love for working with children

Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team

Excellent communication and organisational abilities

If you're ready to take on a fulfilling role that truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years journey!

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community