Nursery Room Leader

Prospero Teaching; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Nursery Room Leader in Bristol to join our agency team and lead a nursery room with a focus on high-quality care and EYFS delivery.

You will have a Level 3 Childcare/EYFS qualification, experience as a Room Leader, and a proactive, nurturing approach. DBS on Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) and the right to work in the UK are required. Flexible shifts across multiple nurseries are available.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (CACHE, NVQ, Diploma, or equivalent).
• Previous experience as Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• DBS on Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a nursery room, ensuring high standards of care and education.
• Deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Act as a key person, monitoring and supporting children's progress and development.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support, mentor, and work collaboratively with other nursery staff.
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can thrive.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Proactive approach

Education

Level 3 Childcare/EYFS

Job description

Nursery Room Leader Bristol

Location: Bristol
Position: Flexible Hours (Full-Time / Part-Time / Term-Time / Ad-Hoc)
Salary: 15.75 - 17.55 per hour (depending on experience and placement)
Start Date: Immediate starts available

Are you an experienced Nursery Room Leader looking for flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to work in some of Bristol's most welcoming early years settings?

Join our agency team and enjoy the freedom to choose when and where you work, while leading high-quality practice and making a real difference to children's early learning and development.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle - choose the shifts that work for you!
• Opportunities to work across a range of nurseries and early years settings throughout Bristol
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to training and CPD opportunities
• Options for long-term placements, short-term cover, and ad-hoc shifts

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a nursery room, ensuring high standards of care and education
• Deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Act as a key person, monitoring and supporting children's progress and development
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Support, mentor, and work collaboratively with other nursery staff
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can thrive

Requirements:

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (CACHE, NVQ, Diploma, or equivalent)
• Previous experience working as a Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding procedures
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and nurturing approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

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