Nursery Room Leader

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Chorley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Partou Academy training & 60% discount

Enhanced parental leave

23 days annual leave + holidays

Birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy bonus

Job summary

Partou Hilltops Day Nursery in Chorley, Lancashire, is seeking a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualified 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

Qualifications

• 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 continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily running of a nursery room and lead a team.
• Plan and provide stimulating activities aligned with the EYFS.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive environment and strong partnerships with families.
• Support children's learning and development through high-quality practice.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Team leadership

Child development support

Safeguarding

Professional development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Partou Hilltops Day Nursery, Chorley, Lancashire.

Full-Time | Permanent.

Salary £29,432+ £5,000 Welcome Bonus.

About the Role

Partou Hilltops Day Nursery & Pre‑school is seeking a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualified 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 We Offer

• £5,000 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
• Enhanced Annual Leave – we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time employees)
• 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

• 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 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.

Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).