Nursery Room Leader

Job Description:

Room Leader

Location: Narborough
Salary: Upto £35,500
Hours: Full-time, permanent

Our client, a well-established early years setting, is seeking an experienced and passionate Room Leader to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of one of their nursery rooms.

This role is ideal for a confident early years practitioner who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues, and delivering high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS.

The Role

• Lead and manage a designated room within the nursery

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS

• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing

• Supervise, mentor and support room staff

• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety procedures are followed at all times

• Build positive relationships with parents and carers

• Maintain accurate observations, assessments and records

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)

• Previous experience as a Room Leader or experienced practitioner ready to step up

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

• Confident in leading and supporting a small team

• Organised, enthusiastic and child-focused

• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Supportive management team

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Clear progression opportunities

• Company pension scheme

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Discounted childcare (where applicable)

If you’re an experienced early years professional looking to progress into a leadership role or take your next step, we’d love to hear from you.