Nursery Room Leader

Randstad Education; Horley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Full-time hours

Training opportunities

Job summary

Randstad Education in Forest Row, East Sussex, is seeking an experienced Level 3 Early Years Room Leader to lead a nursery room on a permanent, full-time basis. The role focuses on EYFS delivery, staff leadership, and safeguarding, with day-to-day room management and proactive parent communication. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification, have UK nursery experience, and a strong understanding of EYFS. DBS checks and two references are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification.
• Experience in a UK nursery setting, ideally in a senior/supervisory role.
• Deep understanding of EYFS framework and safeguarding standards.
• Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire room staff to deliver EYFS care.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and oversee daily routines.
• Act as Key Person, monitor progress, and maintain learning journals.
• Maintain open, professional communication with parents and carers.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Team Leadership

Room Management

Child Development

Parent Communication

Compliance & Safety

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Room Leader

Location: Forest Row, East Sussex

Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday

Nursery Room Leader | Forest Row | Permanent

Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for a leadership role in Forest Row? We are seeking a dedicated Room Leader to join a vibrant local nursery team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire room staff to deliver exceptional Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) care.

• Room Management: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, manage daily routines, and oversee learning environments.

• Child Development: Act as a Key Person, monitoring progress, conducting assessments, and maintaining accurate learning journals.

• Parent Communication: Maintain open, professional relationships with parents and carers regarding child updates.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualifications: CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (required).

• Experience: Proven experience working in a UK nursery setting, ideally in a senior or supervisory role.

• Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding standards.

• Vetting: Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory professional references required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with local market standards.

• Set full-time hours (8am-6pm, Mon-Fri) with zero weekend work.

• Clear pathways for career progression and ongoing training.

• Supportive management team and excellent working environment in Forest Row.