Nursery- Room Leader

Dunbar Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Room Leader to join their team in Milton Keynes. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a nursery room, ensuring high standards of care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early years education, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of child development. You'll foster a nurturing environment, guide nursery practitioners, and build positive relationships with parents, making a significant impact on children's early learning experiences. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a leadership role within a nursery.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a nursery room, ensuring outstanding care and education.
• Oversee the implementation of the EYFS curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Child Development Knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare

Job description

Room Leader - Nursery (Milton Keynes)

We are recruiting for a Nursery Room Leader on behalf of a well-established nursery in Milton Keynes. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional looking to take the next step in their career.

Position: Room Leader
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: 28,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 40 hours per week (shift pattern includes 07:30 - 16:30, 09:00 - 18:00, 08:30 - 17:30, all with a 1-hour lunch break)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Nursery

This independent nursery provides a high standard of early years education for children aged 6 months to 5 years. The setting promotes a nurturing and stimulating environment, helping children develop key skills in numeracy, literacy, and physical education, ensuring a smooth transition into school.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a nursery room, ensuring outstanding care and education.

• Oversee the implementation of the EYFS curriculum.

• Provide support and guidance to nursery practitioners.

• Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.

• Build positive relationships with parents and carers.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent).

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a leadership role within a nursery.

• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child development.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

• A passion for early years education and child development.