Nursery Room Leader | Closing 01/11/2026

Chelmsford College; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Staff wellbeing support

Uniform provided

Up to 33 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Job summary

Dovedale Nursery, part of Chelmsford College, is hiring a Nursery Room Leader to oversee a room and guide a small team in providing high-quality early years care and education for children aged 1 to 11. You will create engaging learning experiences and lead a welcoming, safe environment each day.

The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification, leadership flair, and a passion for supporting children's development while maintaining Ofsted standards.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Inspire and support colleagues within your room.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team to deliver outstanding care and education.
• Ensure a safe, stimulating and welcoming room environment.
• Deliver high-quality practice meeting Ofsted expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Team inspiration

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Vacancy | Nursery Room Leader

Title: Nursery Room Leader
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: Up to £25,331 per annum
Organisation: Dovedale Nursery
Closing Date: 01/11/2026

Description Join Our Warm, Supportive and Inspiring Early Years Team Are you a passionate Early Years professional who loves helping children learn, grow and thrive? We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Room Leaders to join our friendly and nurturing nursery team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children aged 1 to 11 years, creating exciting learning experiences that spark curiosity, imagination and confidence every day. As a Room Leader, you'll play a key role in guiding a small team to deliver outstanding care and education while ensuring your room provides a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported. No two days are ever the same. One moment you may be leading a woodland adventure, hunting for bears and hidden treasures, and the next you could be exploring outer space through imaginative play. You'll help create those magical "wow" moments that make children excited to learn, discover and belong.

About You

• Hold a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Be passionate about supporting children's development and wellbeing
• Demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills
• Be able to inspire and support colleagues within your room
• Build positive and professional relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Be adaptable, creative and enthusiastic in a fast-paced environment
• Have a commitment to delivering high-quality practice and meeting Ofsted expectations

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for overtime
• Dedicated tea breaks
• Staff wellbeing support and initiatives
• Uniform provided
• Discounted childcare
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• An additional day's leave to celebrate your birthday
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• The chance to be part of a team that truly values and supports one another

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.