Nursery Room Leader

Job Description Nursery Room Leader | Full-Time | Up to £32,000 Inspire, lead, and make a lasting impact in a nurturing, high-quality early years setting. Our client is looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Room Leader to join their dedicated team in a warm and welcoming nursery. This is a full-time opportunity for an enthusiastic early years professional who is ready to take the lead in shaping young minds while supporting a collaborative team of educators. Located in a beautiful setting with fantastic outdoor play areas, this nursery provides a stimulating and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow—and where staff are supported and celebrated. As the Nursery Room Leader, you will lead a room, ensuring the highest standards of care, learning, and wellbeing. You’ll manage daily routines, oversee planning and delivery of the EYFS curriculum, and provide support and mentorship to a team of practitioners. What We're Looking For • Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent) – essential • Proven experience in a similar Room Leader or senior practitioner role • Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and safeguarding practices • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills • A nurturing, positive, and professional approach to working with young children • Current Paediatric First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) Benefits: • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities • Company pension scheme • Opportunities for career advancement within the organisation Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a room of children aged 0–5, ensuring their safety, happiness, and development • Plan and deliver an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum in line with the EYFS framework • Supervise, guide, and inspire a team of early years practitioners • Build trusted relationships with children, families, and the wider community • Monitor, assess, and record each child’s progress and development • Maintain a safe, clean, and inclusive learning environment • Support safeguarding and uphold all policies and procedures Reference: WILL243613/DB INDCHI