Nursery Room Leader - Baby Room LS11

Protocol Education Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is working with a Leeds nursery to recruit a Room Leader for the Baby Room in LS11. You will lead daily operations, oversee staff, and ensure babies receive outstanding care and a safe, nurturing environment.

The role offers a four-day week or term-time only option. Ideal candidates hold Level 3 Childcare or above, have strong EYFS knowledge, and demonstrate excellent communication and a real passion for early years development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare qualification or above is required.
• Previous experience in an Early Years setting is essential.
• Experience leading a room or supervising a team is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for childcare and child development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the Baby Room.
• Create engaging activities that support learning and development.
• Maintain high standards of care, safeguarding, and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Lead, motivate, and support room staff.
• Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with EYFS requirements and nursery policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Early years experience

Team management

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification or above

Job description

Room Leader - Baby Room

LS11, Leeds Full-Time | Permanent

Oppurtunity to work a four day week or work during term time only.

Are you an experienced Early Years professional with a passion for supporting babies to thrive?

A nursery we work closely with is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join their Baby Room team in LS11. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced childcare practitioner who is ready to take the next step in their career or further develop their leadership skills within a warm, nurturing, and supportive nursery environment.

They are passionate about providing outstanding care and early education, ensuring every child receives the best possible start in life. They are seeking a caring and motivated individual who shares their commitment to creating a safe, stimulating, and loving environment for the youngest children.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the day-to-day running of the Baby Room.
• Creating engaging activities that support children's learning and development.
• Ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and wellbeing.
• Building strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Leading, motivating, and supporting room staff.
• Monitoring children's progress and maintaining accurate records.
• Ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements and nursery policies.

What They're Looking For

Essential

• Level 3 Childcare qualification or above.
• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Experience leading a room or supervising a team.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for childcare and supporting children's development.

Desirable

• Experience working specifically within a Baby Room environment.
• Confidence mentoring and developing team members.
• Experience contributing to inspections, quality improvement, or nursery projects.

About You

You'll be a warm, caring, and nurturing childcare professional who can confidently lead a team while ensuring the highest standards of care for babies. You'll be organised, proactive, and committed to creating a positive environment where children, families, and colleagues feel supported and valued.

Why Join the Nursery?

• Supportive and friendly management team.
• Opportunity to lead your own room.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children's early years experiences.
• Welcoming nursery environment with a strong team ethos.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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