Room Leader

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Hoddesdon; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Birthday day off

Annual leave package

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is recruiting on behalf of a Good Ofsted-rated nursery in Hoddesdon for an experienced Room Leader to lead the day-to-day running of a dedicated room and deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, have prior leadership experience such as Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner, and demonstrate excellent communication, safeguarding knowledge, and a nurturing,

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• Experience as Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Good safeguarding and child protection procedures knowledge.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience mentoring colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of your designated room.
• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework.
• Support, mentor, and develop team members.
• Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences that support children's development.
• Monitor children's progress through observations and assessments.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Make full use of the nursery's outdoor learning environments to enhance children's experiences.
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Level 3 Room Leader

£30,800 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week

We’re looking for an experienced Room Leader to join our client’s Good Ofsted-rated nursery where children's curiosity, creativity, and individuality are at the heart of everything they do.

The nursery provides bright, spacious learning environments designed to inspire exploration and support every stage of children's development. Outdoor learning is a key part of the nursery's approach. Children benefit from well-sized gardens designed for different age groups, providing daily opportunities to explore nature, develop physical skills, engage in imaginative play, and learn through hands-on experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive nursery that values high-quality practice, leadership, and professional development.

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience as a Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar leadership role
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Experience supporting and mentoring colleagues
• A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,800 per annum
• Discounted childcare
• Training and development opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Benefits and rewards portal
• Wellbeing support programme
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Competitive annual leave package
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities for career progression

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of your designated room
• Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Support, mentor, and develop team members
• Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences that support children's development
• Monitor children's progress through observations and assessments
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Make full use of the nursery's outdoor learning environments to enhance children's experiences
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL259518/DB