Senior Early Years Educator (Nursery Room Leader)

Storal Learning Ltd; Coalville; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring nursery provider in Coalville is seeking a Senior Nursery Practitioner/Room Leader to inspire and nurture children in their learning environment. The ideal candidate must hold an Early Years qualification at Level 3 and have experience across all age groups within Early Years. Responsibilities include applying the Storal curriculum, fostering relationships with children and families, and creating learning opportunities in daily routines. The role offers various family-friendly benefits, including enhanced parental leave and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

50% childcare discount

Wellness day

Enhanced parental leave

Financial coaching

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the EYFS framework is essential.
• Experience working with all age groups within Early Years is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply the Storal curriculum and pedagogy principles to children daily.
• Seek out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes.
• Engage meaningfully with children and families.

Skills

Child development and care

Teamwork

Effective communication

High levels of care and empathy

Knowledge of the EYFS framework

Education

Early Years qualification at Level 3

Job description

Nursery: Hermitage Nursery School, Whitwick, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE67 5EL. Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday. Salary: Up to £13.25 an hour (dependent on experience and qualifications). Benefits: Performance related bonus, 50% childcare discount, wellness day and much more.

About our nursery

Every day at Hermitage we inspire children to be curious, imaginative and confident in our nurturing, engaging learning environment. Through play, exploration and creativity children develop a genuine love of learning and a curious mind. Our cosy, home‑from‑home environment provides a safe, secure space where children feel valued and at ease. Backed by a team rich in early years experience we tailor every learning experience to suit each child’s individual journey, supporting their development every step of the way.

We are passionate about outdoor learning and our dedicated Forest School sessions are a highlight led by an experienced Forest School teacher. These experiences help children connect with nature, build confidence and develop key life skills.

We take great pride in close collaboration with families and professionals, including health visitors, area SENCos and speech and language therapists. This partnership approach ensures each child’s unique needs are met and their transition to school is smooth, supported and joyful.

About the role

As a Senior Nursery Practitioner/Room Leader you will be a key part of keeping our children safe, loved and inspired to learn. Key activities include:

Responsibilities

• Applying the Storal curriculum and our pedagogy principles to children daily
• Seeking out learning opportunities in everyday routines such as mealtimes and transitions
• Bonding with children and families by engaging in meaningful moments

About you

• A true love for child development and care
• Able and willing to work in a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, peers and parents
• High levels of care and empathy that every opportunity can be a learning experience
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the EYFS framework

Must haves

• Early Years qualification at Level 3
• Experience working with all age groups within Early Years

Benefits

Family Friendly Benefits: enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity and adoption and a 50% childcare discount. Wellbeing & Refuel Benefits: an extra day off per year for wellbeing and access to modern mental health support and sick pay. Financial Perks: emergency cash access to your pay before pay date and free financial coaching. Social Perks: online community for peer‑to‑peer socialising e.g. book club, pets club, pinecones club and continuous professional development accessible to you at any time.

We care about our people.

Curious to know more? We’d love to tell you more about what makes Hermitage so special.