Nursery Room Leader

Grandir UK; Park Gate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days leave

Flexible working

Refer-a-friend bonus

Company pension

Sick pay from day 1

Life assurance

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Kiddi Caru Park Gate, part of Grandir UK, is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our Park Gate nursery. You will lead the room, support staff, and help children thrive in a nurturing, safety-conscious environment.

We offer strong benefits, flexible working, and genuine career progression within a supportive team at Beacon Bottom, Park Gate, Southampton. DBS check and safeguarding are required; AI-assisted recruitment tools may be used in the process.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery
• Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties
• Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms
• Ensure the effective implementation of the nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children to keycarers appropriately
• Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Provide professional, relevant feedback to parents and carers about their child
• Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Job description

Beacon Bottom, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GQ, UK

Job Description

Kiddi Caru Park Gate
Part of Grandir UK

Salary: £27,664 - £29,536 per annum - Depending on Experience and Qualifications, with Regular Pay Reviews.

Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working, and genuine career progression.

Our Kiddi Caru Nursery in Park Gate, is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting, and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity, and helping them thrive every day.

Why You’ll Love Working at Kiddi Caru Park Gate

At our nursery, you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Facilities & Environment
Well-resourced playrooms spark curiosity and creativity, while a warm, home-from-home setting ensures children feel safe and supported.

An on-site chef provides fresh, nutritious meals daily, and children progress at their own pace through age-based rooms—from babies to preschool.

Garden & Outdoor Learning
A spacious, two-part garden and forest area encourage exploration, with climbing equipment, a mud kitchen, and nature-based play supporting physical development and imagination.

Activities
A variety of engaging activities—including educational programmes, Boogie Mites, multi-sports, and yoga—promote creativity, coordination, and life skills, alongside daily outdoor exploration.

Community Outings
Regular trips to parks, shops, and Whiteley provide fun, real-world learning experiences and opportunities for adventure.

Location and Travel

Our nursery is conveniently located near Park Gate shops, providing easy access to local amenities. We also have the advantage of being close to a local park, perfect for outdoor activities. Additionally, we’re just before Swanwick train station, offering great transport links for families.

What You Will Be Doing

• Promote high standards of quality within the nursery
• Support and supervise playroom staff with their day-to-day duties
• Deploy staff appropriately to ensure that the required standards are delivered and maintained within the rooms
• Ensure the effective implementation of the nursery keycarer procedures and allocate children to keycarers appropriately
• Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Provide professional, relevant feedback to parents and carers about their child
• Promote the nursery to current parents and potential customers
• Develop open and positive working relationships with staff
• Ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly, professional relationships with parents and carers

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S, and major supermarkets
• 24-hour remote GP appointments
• Dayforce Wallet - gives you the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards, and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.

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Beacon Bottom, Park Gate, Southampton SO31 7GQ, UK