Nursery Room Leader-£500 Welcome Perk

The Old Station Nursery Group; York and North Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 welcome bonus

Free childcare for first month

52% discount childcare based on hours

31 days holiday incl bank holidays

Birthday off + extra day after 3 years

Access to The National College courses

One paid volunteering day per year

Perkbox discounts

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group is seeking an experienced Nursery Room Leader in York to lead a dedicated room team and implement high-quality early years provision. You will guide daily care and early learning experiences, mentor staff, and maintain strong safeguarding practices.

You will work within a supportive environment that values professional development, with access to training and opportunities for growth. This role emphasizes teamwork and child-centred practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and how to implement it through play and daily routines.
• Ability to mentor and lead a room team, and communicate with families effectively.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of your room, guiding care and play.
• Support colleagues to develop skills and leadership.
• Oversee planning, observations, and records to track each child’s progress.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment with caring routines.
• Build relationships with families and external professionals.
• Assist with nursery operations during management absences.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Organisation

Safeguarding

Team mentoring

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

QTS

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader

Lead a room full of possibility -for children and your team

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing — little humans and big humans alike. As a Nursery Room Leader at Minster Yard, you’ll guide your team to create a welcoming space where children feel secure, curiosity is encouraged, and everyone has a part to play.

You’ll stay close to the everyday care and learning that makes Early Years special, while supporting colleagues to develop their skills and growing your own confidence as a leader.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• £500 welcome bonus

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.

• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.

• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.

• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.

• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You’ll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.

• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: £30,576 per annum (based on 40 hours per week)

Hours: 38-40 Hours per week, Monday to Friday between 8am-6pm

Location

Little Green Rascals Minster Yard
7 Minster Yard
York
North Yorkshire
YO1 7JD

Where You’ll Be Working

Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is a truly unique nursery. Our goal at Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is to create a home-from-home environment, offering natural, locally sourced, and organic products whenever possible - ensuring no added nasties in our food or skincare. Our toys and resources are made from natural and sustainable materials, and even our electricity comes from an ethical supplier as we try everything we can do our bit to help our planet. Nestled in the heart of York, we are conveniently located in the heart of York city centre, with our main entrances on The Queen’s Path next to the Minster and on Deangate.

What You’ll Be Doing

Working alongside the Nursery Management Team, you’ll lead the day-to-day running of your room, bringing together thoughtful care, purposeful play, and a team that supports one another.

One moment you might be helping a colleague extend children’s learning through an activity. The next, you could be welcoming a new family or adapting a routine to help a child feel more settled.

Your role will include:

• Leading and mentoring your room team, setting clear expectations and modelling high-quality care and education

• Guiding the delivery of the EYFS through engaging, play-based experiences shaped around children’s interests and developmental needs

• Overseeing observations, planning, and records so your team understands each child’s progress and next steps

• Creating a safe, inclusive environment with caring routines that reflect each child’s individual needs

• Building trusting relationships with families and working with colleagues and external professionals to support children’s development

• Organising daily responsibilities within your room and supporting the management team with the nursery’s wider running

• Keeping safeguarding, hygiene, safety, and children’s wellbeing at the heart of your team’s practice

• Sharing constructive feedback, welcoming ideas, and supporting colleagues’ ongoing development

• Taking on delegated leadership responsibilities, including supporting nursery operations during management absences as agreed

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. As a Room Leader, that means taking responsibility for your room, listening to your team, and working together to turn ideas into positive experiences for children.

What We’re Looking For

You must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to be considered for this role.

You’ll also bring:

• A strong understanding of the EYFS and how to put it into practice through play, care, and meaningful interactions

• The confidence to guide colleagues, share your knowledge, and lead by example

• A caring, observant approach that recognises each child’s strengths, interests, and needs

• Good organisation and clear communication to help your room run smoothly

• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of care

• Openness to feedback and a willingness to keep learning alongside your team

We’re looking for someone who notices when others need encouragement, makes space for different ideas, and takes pride in helping both children and colleagues grow.

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

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, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.