Nursery Room Leader

Job Description

Nursery Room Leader (Level 3) Early Years Up to 29000

The nursery is a well-established setting with an experienced caring team and a calm child-centred approach to early years care.

As Nursery Room Leader you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a room supporting staff and maintaining EYFS standards. The role suits someone who leads through example communicates clearly with parents and colleagues and values care and teamwork.

Before You Apply

• This role is not suitable for candidates without recent experience leading a room in a nursery setting.
• A Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential.
• Applicants must be confident supporting staff managing routines and maintaining EYFS standards.

Key Job Details

• Job Title: Nursery Room Leader (Level 3)
• Salary: 28080
• Contract: Permanent full-time
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Established nursery with an experienced supportive staff team
• Clear room-level responsibility and consistent daily routines
• Strong focus on child development and quality care
• Access to training and professional development
• Benefits include sick pay discounted childcare enhanced parental leave wellness support paid DBS check pension scheme bonus scheme and benefits portal

What Youll Need

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• Recent experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner in a nursery
• Good working knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff management and parents
• A caring consistent approach to child development and wellbeing

What Youll Do

• Lead the day-to-day running of your room ensuring safe and consistent practice
• Support childrens learning and development in line with the EYFS
• Guide and support practitioners within the room team
• Build positive professional relationships with parents and carers
• Maintain safeguarding health and safety and quality standards
• Use everyday routines and play opportunities to support learning

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the role and next steps. Interviews are straightforward and focused on experience expectations and fit with the setting.

Reference: WILL204768/TH

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