Nursery Room Leader Jobs in East Midlands

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader! Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At Harpole , we’re looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Room Leader to guide and support our team in providing outstanding care and education. In this rewarding leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor, nurture, and create a positive impact for children, families, and your colleagues. To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Why You’ll Love Working With Us We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you: • Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family. • Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off! • Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses • Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services. • Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards. • Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community. • £250 Welcome Bonus Pay: £28,516.80 - £28,516.80 per Annum, Working Hours: Monday-Friday 40 hours a week Location: Harpole Day Nursery, 47 Carr’s Way, Harpole, Northamptonshire, NN7 4BZ About our Nursery Harpole Day Nursery is a nurturing haven within the small Northamptonshire village, providing exceptional childcare in a warm, home-from-home environment. With a capacity for up to 34 children daily, our smaller size ensures personalised attention and tailored learning experiences. At Harpole, we pride ourselves on our close-knit community, where every child is cherished and supported by our dedicated team. Harpole Day Nursery is conveniently located in Harpole village, near junction 16 on the M1. Ample parking is available onsite. What being a Nursery Room Leader involves As a Nursery Room Leader, you will work alongside the Nursery Manager to lead and inspire your team while delivering exceptional care and education. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and mentoring the team to provide high-quality early years education with passion and energy. • Supporting the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth nursery operations and consistent quality. • Acting as a role model by promoting initiative, creativity, and high standards of care. • Building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to support the best outcomes for children. • Overseeing the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging learning opportunities. • Taking charge of nursery operations in the Nursery Manager’s absence. • Encouraging continuous improvement through feedback and supporting professional development. • Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets each child’s needs. Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you! The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.

Nursery Room Leader – NG2 Nottingham Job Title Nursery Room Leader (Early Years) Location Nottingham Purpose of the Role To lead a nursery room (baby, toddler, or preschool), ensuring high-quality care, learning, and development in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. ️ Key Responsibilities Childcare & Development Plan and deliver engaging activities based on EYFS Monitor, assess, and record children’s development Support children’s emotional, social, and physical n…

Nursery Room Leader Inspire, Lead and Make a Difference Every Day Are you a passionate and qualified Early Years professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join a nursery where children thrive, careers grow, and every day brings new opportunities to make a lasting impact. Our client is committed to delivering exceptional childcare and outstanding outcomes for every child. Their beautifully designed, bespoke nurseries provide safe, inspiring and engaging environments where childr…

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

Nursery Room Leader | Northampton (NN3) Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity | Supportive Nursery Environment Great Room Leaders don't just manage a room. They shape children's experiences, support colleagues and help create the culture that families trust. We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established nursery in Northampton seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Room Leader to join their leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for either an existing Room Leader or an ambitious Seni…