Deputy Room Leader

Additional Resources; Northampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization is looking for a Deputy Room Leader to enhance toddler care and development in Northampton. This full-time role requires strong leadership in an early years setting, offering a salary up to £29,000 plus generous benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Funded training and career progression opportunities

Generous staff benefits including high street discounts

Discounted childcare for staff

Private GP access and wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Celebratory staff events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar early years role.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Experience managing a group of children and leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Room Leader in providing care and development.
• Ensure safety and high standards within the nursery environment.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Knowledge of EYFS

Education

Level 3 early years qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Room Leader to join an award-winning childcare organization. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £29,000 for a 40-hour work week and benefits.

As a Deputy Room Leader, you will support the Room Leader and team in delivering a stimulating and nurturing environment for toddlers, ensuring the highest standards of care and development.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience as a Deputy Room Leader, Third in Charge, Assistant Room Leader, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, or in a similar role.
• Experience in leading a team within an early years setting and managing a designated group of children.
• Level 3 or equivalent early years qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and play-based learning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What’s on offer:

• Additional salary enhancements for higher qualifications:
  Level 5: +£
  Level 6: +£
  EYPS/QTS/EYITT: +£1,
• Funded training and recognized career progression opportunities.
• Generous staff benefits including high street discounts and birthday leave.
• Discounted childcare for staff.
• Private GP access, wellbeing support, and flexible working options.
• Celebratory staff events throughout the year.