Room Leader, Early Years Education – Cambridge Milton Road

Bright Horizons; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Cambridge Milton Road Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking a Room Leader to guide a team in delivering high-quality early years education. You will mentor colleagues, promote child welfare and safety, and work closely with parents to support each child’s milestones.

The newly refurbished nursery offers a supportive culture, competitive benefits, 20 days of annual leave, pension, childcare discounts, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Previous experience working within an Early Years setting – ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar.
• Passion for creating fun and inclusive learning environments.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children.
• Ability to develop trust and strong working partnerships with both colleagues and parents/ carers.
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, support and inspire a team to deliver exceptional care and education in the room.
• Promote child welfare, health and safety, and safeguarding.
• Maintain strong partnerships with parents and professionals to meet each child’s needs.

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Bright Horizons Cambridge Milton Road Day Nursery and Preschool is seeking a Room Leader to guide a team in delivering high-quality early years education. You will mentor colleagues, promote child welfare and safety, and work closely with parents to support each child’s milestones.

The newly refurbished nursery offers a supportive culture, competitive benefits, 20 days of annual leave, pension, childcare discounts, and ongoing professional development opportunities.