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Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Staff incentives

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Annual leave increasing with service

Training and development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a Deputy Room Leader for a nursery in Sevenoaks. You will support the Room Leader to deliver high-quality early years care and education in a nurturing environment, helping to manage day-to-day room operations and leadership development.

The role suits an experienced Nursery Practitioner or Senior Practitioner ready to expand into leadership while continuing to impact children's early learning positively. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery/early years setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily running of the room and contribute to a positive, nurturing environment.
• Work closely with the Room Leader to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Assist in developing leadership skills while maintaining a child-centred approach.

Skills

Nursery experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Child-centred care

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your early years career?

Our client is looking for a dedicated

Deputy Room Leader to support the delivery of exceptional care and education within a nurturing nursery environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nursery Practitioner or Senior Practitioner who is ready to develop their leadership skills while continuing to make a meaningful difference to children's early learning experiences.

The nursery has been carefully designed around children's developmental needs, with dedicated spaces for different age groups and separate garden areas that encourage outdoor learning, exploration, and imaginative play.

Working closely with the Room Leader, you'll help create a positive and inspiring environment for both children and colleagues while supporting the day-to-day running of the room.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting
• Good understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare

What's On Offer

• Up to £31,000 per annum
• Discounted childcare
• Staff incentives and recognition schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Annual leave increasing with service
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team