Nursery Room Leader - £500 Welcome Perk

The Old Station Nursery Group; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare

52% family discount

31 days holiday + birthday off

Training via National College

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing services

Refer a friend bonus

Long-service awards

Volunteer day

Welcome perk £500

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery in St Neots is seeking a Nursery Room Leader to guide a team and deliver high-quality early years education in a Montessori-inspired setting. You will mentor staff, support operations, and promote a safe, inclusive environment.

Applicants must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS, and must be eligible to work in the UK. The role offers a 40-hour week, attractive perks, and DBS-based safeguarding processes.

Qualifications

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

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 outcomes for children.
• Oversee the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework.
• Take charge of nursery operations in the Nursery Manager’s absence.
• Encourage continuous improvement through feedback and professional development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for each child.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Communication with families

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

QTS

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader!

Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader!

Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At St Neots Nursery, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Room Leader to 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

• 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.
• £500 Welcome Perk

Pay: £29,681 - £29,681 per Annum £14.27 per hour

Working Hours: 40 hours per work - Monday - Friday

Location: Apricot Day Nursery, Longsands College, Longsands Road, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1LQ

About Our Nursery

At our St Neots children’s day nursery, we follow the Montessori approach in a home-from-home environment. The children in our care learn through play, and the passionate team at our Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ nursery offer children a variety of activities and learning opportunities every day related to their individual interests, ensuring no two days are ever the same. We are situated on the site of Longsands College, around the back of the school, and are best accessed via Kings Road. We are just a few minutes walk from the train station, where trains run every 30 minutes to Kings Cross, London. The A1 and the A428 are nearby, with bus routes into Cambridge, making us easily accessible for commuters. Our pre-school is only a short walk away and parking is available on both sites.

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.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

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.