Nursery Room Leader

The Old Station Nursery Group; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days of holiday including bank and

Career development via The National  

Perkbox discounts & wellbeing

Long-service awards

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group in Stowmarket is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to lead the Baby Room (3-16 months) or Toddler Room (2-3 years) and guide a dedicated team. You will mentor staff, ensure high-quality care and education, oversee EYFS delivery, and step in for the Nursery Manager when needed, while fostering strong relationships with families and external partners.

Role requires Level 3 Early Years qualifications or QTS, and all roles include enhanced DBS checks and right-to-work

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
• DBS checks required and right to work in the UK verified.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the team to provide high-quality early years education with passion and energy.
• Support the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth nursery operations and consistent quality.
• Act as a role model by promoting initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Build strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to support best outcomes for children.
• Oversee EYFS implementation and learning opportunities.
• Take charge in the Nursery Manager’s absence.
• Encourage continuous improvement through feedback and development.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Team mentoring

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader!

Positions available in either Baby Room: 3-16 Months, or Toddler Room: 2-3 Years

Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At Stowmarket Nursery, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Room Leaderto guide and support our team in providing outstanding care and education. In this rewarding leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor, nurture, and create a positive impact for children, families, and your colleagues.

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day:1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: £13.71 per hour /£28,516 per Annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, Monday to Friday
Location:Stowmarket Day Nursery,12 Bury Street,Stowmarket,Suffolk,IP14 1HA

About our Nursery

Our Stowmarket Nursery is conveniently located in the centre of Stowmarket within Union Street West car park, just off Gipping Way Road, a community nursery where our children flourish. Stowmarket children start their journey here at our Stowmarket Day Nursery and then progress to our pre-school, which is on the same site. Our setting is perfectly sized so that children are in small groups and can develop at their own pace. The nursery has two rooms with an inside garden and plenty of opportunity to play outside and explore the world around them in the town on our trips out.

What being a Nursery Room Leader involves

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will work alongside the Nursery Manager to lead and inspire your team while delivering exceptional care and education. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring the team to provide high-quality early years education with passion and energy.
• Supporting the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth nursery operations and consistent quality.
• Acting as a role model by promoting initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to support the best outcomes for children.
• Overseeing the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging learning opportunities.
• Taking charge of nursery operations in the Nursery Manager’s absence.
• Encouraging continuous improvement through feedback and supporting professional development.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets each child’s needs.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.