Nursery Room Leader

Lime Tree Primary School; Merstham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Lime Tree Primary School as a Nursery Room Leader, providing a nurturing environment for nursery children. You will lead a dedicated team, contribute to the educational experience, and work collaboratively across schools in a supportive Multi Academy Trust. This role, ideal for those passionate about early childhood education, offers opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Access to staff benefits portal

Qualifications

• Passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead a dedicated team.
• Committed to supporting children with diverse needs, including SEN.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and welfare standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a safe and nurturing environment for nursery children.
• Shape high-quality teaching and support child development.
• Work closely with families and external agencies.

Skills

Strong Early Years teaching experience

Clear communicator

Creative, adaptable, and child-centred

Confident leading and working within a team

Knowledge of EYFS framework and child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English

Up-to-date safeguarding training

Job description

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Lime Tree Primary School is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Nursery Room Leader to join our vibrant Early Years team on a permanent basis, working 32.5 hours per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated team, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. If you are passionate about early childhood education and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Your Opportunity

As Nursery Room Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for our nursery children. You’ll play a vital role in shaping high-quality teaching, supporting child development, and working closely with families, staff, and external agencies. This role is ideal for someone looking to make a real impact on young learners’ lives while contributing to the wider vision and values of the school.

What We Are Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English
• Up-to-date safeguarding training
• Strong Early Years teaching experience with current pedagogy knowledge
• Experience in nursery or school settings
• Confident leading and working within a team
• Skilled in using data to inform planning and drive improvement
• Knowledge of EYFS framework, child development, and statutory requirements
• Clear communicator with excellent planning and organisational skills
• Creative, adaptable, and child-centred approach
• Passionate, positive, and resilient with strong professional values
• Committed to supporting children with diverse needs, including SEN
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare standards
  
  

About Lime Tree Primary

Our School sits within a established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with , our cluster includes the following other schools; Southgate Primary School, Forge Wood Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords Primary School and Merstham Primary School .

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
  
  

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model
  
  

The Details

Start Date: 1st Sept 2025

Salary: GLF Associate Specialist Point 4 (£26,974) to Point 16 (£29,894) - dependent on experience

Actual Salary: £20,949.47-£23,217.30 (dependent on experience)

Hours of work: 32.5hrs Mon-Fri (term time only)

Closing Date: 29 Jun 2025

Interview date: TBA

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