Nursery Room Leader

Partou; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Birkenhead is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to oversee daily operations and guide a team. The candidate should possess at least a Level 3 Early Years qualification and demonstrate strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, fostering child learning, and building partnerships with parents. Competitive pay includes a £1,000 welcome bonus and benefits like childcare discounts and professional development access.

Benefits

£1,000 Welcome Bonus

Partou Academy access

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Pension scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

Qualifications

• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of a room and ensure children engage in activities.
• Lead and inspire your team while maintaining a safe environment.
• Build strong partnerships with colleagues and families.

Skills

Strong EYFS knowledge

Proven experience leading a team

Passion for early years education

Education

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

NurseryRoom Leader – Partou Oxton Day Nursery & Pre‑school

Oxton, Merseyside | Full‑Time | Permanent
£28,400 + £1,000 Welcome Bonus

About the Role

Partou Oxton Day Nursery & Pre‑school is seeking a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification nursery practitioner to take on the full‑time 40 hours per week role of Nursery Room Leader, overseeing the daily running of a room and ensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will lead and inspire your team, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families.

What We3>

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus (paid across your first year, T&Cs apply)
• Partou Academy – access to high‑quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays!
• Your birthday off – to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts – exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus – cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Strong EYFS knowledge
• Proven experience leading a team in an early years setting
• Passion for early years education
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world‑class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo Enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud to be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) – a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.