Deputy Room Leader

Muddy Boots; Wilberfoss; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Muddy Boots is a nature-focused nursery group operating in York and Leeds. We are looking for a passionate Deputy Room Leader to join a nurturing team where educators enjoy a 4-day week and are paid in the top 10% locally, with opportunities to grow across our settings.

As Deputy Room Leader, you will work closely with the Room Leader to deliver high-quality, nature-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and independence for children in our care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Level 3 Early Years Educator is preferred.
• Ability to deliver learning activities with a focus on outdoor play.
• Commitment to safeguarding and creating inclusive environments.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging learning activities, with a strong focus on outdoor play and exploration.
• Observing, assessing and supporting children's individual learning journeys.
• Acting as a key person and building strong, trusting relationships with families.
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.
• Working collaboratively as part of a positive, supportive team.
• Taking responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in your care.

Skills

Outdoor learning

Learning journeys

Safeguarding

Family engagement

Education

Level 3 Early Years Educator

Job description

We believe the key to a happy nursery is a happy team which includes people from all walks of life, valued as individuals, and encouraged to bring their uniqueness to delivering outstanding childcare every day. None of what we do would be possible without our outstanding team.

Join our award-winning, nature-focused nursery group, where educators work a 4-day week, are paid in the top 10% locally, and are supported to grow their careers across our settings in York and Leeds.

Everything we do is guided by our core values - Heart, Excellence, Growth, Teamwork and Responsibility - shaping how we care for children, support families, and look after each other as a team.

We're now looking for a passionate Deputy Room Leader to join us , working in a nurturing, supportive environment where people genuinely matter. We particularly need applications from experienced Level 3 Early Years Educators ready to grow their career within our nursery group.

About the role

As a Deputy Room Leader at Muddy Boots, and working closely with the Room Leader, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, nature-based learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging learning activities, with a strong focus on outdoor play and exploration
• Observing, assessing and supporting children's individual learning journeys
• Acting as a key person and building strong, trusting relationships with families
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Working collaboratively as part of a positive, supportive team
• Taking responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in your care