Room Leader & Nursery Practitioner - Derby

Job Description:

Early Years Opportunities – Room Leader & Nursery Practitioner - Derby 

Job Ref: MP68285

• Location: Derby
• Ofsted Rating: Good
• Hours: 30-40 per week (Monday-Friday
• Start Date: ASAP 
• Pay: £12.50 - £13.50phr 

We are pleased to be recruiting passionate and dedicated early years professionals to join our Good-rated Ofsted nursery in Derby. We currently have two exciting opportunities available for flexible, caring, and motivated individuals who are committed to providing high-quality early years education.

Available Roles

• 1 x Room Leader – Flexible across rooms (Level 3 qualification required)
• 2 x Nursery Practitioner – Flexible with room placement (Level 2 or Level 3 qualification required)

The Room Leader Role

As a room leader, you will take a lead role in supporting high-quality practice within your room, guiding staff, and ensuring excellent outcomes for children. This room leader position is ideal for an experienced practitioner looking to progress into leadership. A successful room leader will be confident, organised, and passionate about early years care and education.

The Nursery Practitioner Role

As a practitioner, you will support children’s learning and development in a warm, nurturing environment. Our practitioner roles offer flexibility across rooms and suit individuals who enjoy teamwork and continuous improvement. Every practitioner plays a vital role in delivering outstanding care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education as a practitioner
• Support children’s development in line with the EYFS
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and the room leader
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment
• Contribute positively as a practitioner within the wider team

Qualifications & Experience

• Room Leader role: Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
• Practitioner roles: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Previous experience in an early years setting preferred
• A flexible, professional, and positive approach to work

What We Offer

• Salary: £25,000 – £29,000 per year (depending on role and experience)
• Full-time hours: 30–40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing support and advice (internal and external)
• Minimum 10% staff childcare discount
• Excellent team social events, including a whole-company event each year

If you are a dedicated practitioner or an experienced room leader looking to join a supportive, Good Ofsted-rated nursery in Derby, please apply using the contact details on this advert