Nursery Room Leader

Teaching Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced Room Leader for a nurturing nursery in the United Kingdom. You will lead a team of practitioners, deliver high-quality Early Years provision, and ensure EYFS standards are met.

You will work closely with parents, plan engaging activities, and contribute to continuous improvement. A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or childcare and leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare.
• Experience leading or supervising a team.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the designated nursery room.
• Coach and mentor Early Years team members.
• Plan and deliver engaging learning opportunities in line with EYFS.
• Monitor children's development and maintain observations and assessments.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are met.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Room leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare

Job description

Room Leader

Join a Nurturing Nursery Where Children Thrive and Careers Flourish

On behalf of our client, a highly regarded nursery setting, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Room Leader to join their dedicated Early Years team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate childcare professional looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive, child-focused environment committed to delivering exceptional standards of care and education.

About the Nursery

Our client is a welcoming and well-established nursery that provides a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn, develop, and reach their full potential. The nursery is proud of its strong community ethos, dedicated team, and commitment to delivering high-quality Early Years education through engaging and inspiring experiences.

Why Join This Nursery?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to become part of a nursery that genuinely values its team and invests in its people.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• A positive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities to influence and shape outstanding Early Years practice
• Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning spaces
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A nursery culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth

The Role

As Room Leader, you will play a key role in leading and inspiring a team of practitioners while ensuring the highest standards of care, learning, and development are consistently delivered.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the day-to-day operation of your designated nursery room
• Supporting, coaching, and mentoring members of the Early Years team
• Planning and delivering engaging learning opportunities in line with the EYFS framework
• Monitoring children's development and maintaining accurate observations and assessments
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Ensuring safeguarding and welfare requirements are always met
• Working closely with senior leaders to support continuous improvement across the nursery

Essential Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare
• Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting
• Experience leading or supervising a team is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passion, energy, and commitment to delivering outstanding childcare

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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