Room Leader

Leigh Academies Trust; Chestfield; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free 24/7 virtual GP service

Collaborative MAT network

Descrizione del lavoro

Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo Nursery is seeking a motivated and experienced Room Leader to join our dedicated team in the baby room, with a start in January 2027. We value candidates with previous baby room experience who are committed to enhancing our provision and supporting the Nursery Manager to provide a safe, warm and stimulating environment.

In this role you will lead the day-to-day operation of the baby room, supervise staff, and use your knowledge of infant development to support early

Competenze

• Must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification to comply with staff:child EYFS ratios.
• Shortlisted candidates must bring evidence of their qualification to interview.
• Experience in a baby room is preferred.

Mansioni

• Take charge of the day-to-day operation of the baby room to the highest standards.
• Guide staff and support infant development milestones.
• Create a safe, warm and stimulating environment for babies and families.
• Support the Nursery Manager and the wider nursery team.

Conoscenze

Infant development knowledge

Caring

Reliability

Formazione

Level 3 qualification (Early Years)

Descrizione del lavoro

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional .Candidates must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in order to comply with staff:child EYFS ratios. You can check your qualification(s) by visiting the . Shortlisted candidates will be required to bring evidence of their qualification(s) to their interview.

Are you passionate about caring for young children and helping them explore, learn, and grow? Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo Nursery is looking for a motivated and experienced Room Leader to join our dedicated team in the baby room starting in January 2027. We are seeking an educator with previous experience in a baby room preferred, who is truly committed to enhancing our provision, supporting the Nursery Manager, and providing our babies with a safe, warm, and stimulating environment to thrive.

In this exciting role, you will take charge of the day-to-day operation of the baby room to the highest standards, ensuring the best possible environment and care are provided for every family. Working alongside a supportive, experienced, and fun team, you will use your sound knowledge of infant development to guide staff, foster early curiosity, and support rapid developmental milestones at every crucial stage.

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Work with a highly experienced nursery team who have been part of our nursery family for over 20 years.
• Enjoy fantastic outdoor spaces where children can explore and learn through play.
• Be part of a vibrant school community with strong links to our primary and secondary sites.
• Benefit from opportunities to develop your skills and gain additional qualifications if you wish.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Our nursery is open all year, with only three short closure periods: one week at Christmas and two weeks during the summer.

If you’re caring, reliable, and excited about making a difference to young children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

This is a fixed term (maternity cover) full year opportunity, working 40 hours per week (8am - 5pm) and offers an actual salary of £29,319 per annum - based on qualification based on qualification.