Nursery Room Leader

Refresh Recruitment Ltd; Brighton; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Ongoing professional development

Training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Résumé du poste

Refresh Recruitment Limited is seeking a passionate Nursery Room Leader for a busy nursery in Bradley Stoke, Bristol. Lead your room, support practitioners, and create a nurturing environment for children aged 0-5, delivering high-quality care and education.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in childcare, strong EYFS knowledge, and proven leadership and communication skills. A competitive salary (£29,000–£31,500 per annum) is paired with 31 days leave, Wellbeing Day, ongoing training,

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organisational and leadership abilities.
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Experience leading a room or senior childcare role.
• Ability to work in a team and lead by example.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years.
• Lead, support, and supervise Nursery Practitioners within your room.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning and development.
• Ensure staff are deployed to maintain high standards of care and education.
• Implement key person procedures and allocate children to carers.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure EYFS compliance and nursery policies are followed.
• Monitor and assess children's progress; maintain records.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers; provide feedback.
• Manage daily room routines including meals, sleep times, and activities.
• Promote leadership, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Formation

Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or equivalent

Description du poste

Hours: 40 hours over 4- or 5-days Monday to Friday

Lead, Inspire and Make a Difference in Early Years Education

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join an excellent nursery based in Bradley Stoke, Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and lead a team in delivering exceptional care and education to young children.

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will be responsible for managing your room, supporting, and developing Nursery Practitioners, and creating a nurturing, stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

We are also currently recruiting for Nursery Practitioners and a Third in Charge position within the nursery.

You must hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or an equivalent recognised qualification to be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years.
• Lead, support, and supervise Nursery Practitioners within your room.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote children's learning and development.
• Ensure staff are appropriately deployed to maintain high standards of care and education.
• Implement the nursery's key person procedures and allocate children to key carers effectively.
• Create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and nursery policies.
• Monitor, observe, and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate records.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing regular feedback on children's development.
• Manage daily room routines including meals, sleep times, and educational activities.
• Promote leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the nursery.

About You

Required

• Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational and leadership abilities.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and lead by example.
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Experience in a Room Leader or senior childcare role.
• Understanding of child-led learning and play-based approaches.
• Competitive salary of £29,000 - £31,500 per annum.
• 31 days annual leave including Bank Holidays.
• Dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive, friendly, and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunity to progress your career within a growing nursery setting.

Safeguarding Commitment

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and recruit based on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Sponsorship

Refresh Recruitment Limited does not currently hold a Sponsorship Licence. Whilst this status is reviewed regularly, there are currently no plans to apply for one. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK.