Lead Nursery Room Leader — Inspire Early Years (EYFS)

Early Years Academy; Warrington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Years Academy is seeking a experienced Nursery Room Leader to head a nursery room in Warrington, ensuring high standards of care and education under the EYFS framework. You will guide practitioners, drive engaging activities, and support children’s development in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

The role emphasises leadership, safeguarding, and effective teamwork within a supportive nursery setting, with a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 3 qualification or above in Childcare or Early Years.
• Experience working in a nursery or Early Years setting.
• Experience as Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner or similar responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Good safeguarding and child protection understanding.
• Experience planning and delivering stimulating learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operation of a nursery room, maintaining high standards of care and education.
• Coach, motivate and mentor nursery practitioners to promote excellent practice.
• Plan and oversee age-appropriate, stimulating activities.
• Ensure EYFS learning and development is supported and observed.
• Monitor progress through observations and assessments.
• Support children's communication, independence, confidence and wellbeing.
• Maintain safe, inclusive learning environments and positive relationships with parents.
• Contribute to Ofsted readiness and nursery improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 3 childcare/early years

Job description

Early Years Academy is seeking a experienced Nursery Room Leader to head a nursery room in Warrington, ensuring high standards of care and education under the EYFS framework. You will guide practitioners, drive engaging activities, and support children’s development in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

The role emphasises leadership, safeguarding, and effective teamwork within a supportive nursery setting, with a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for professional growth.