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What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Mereside Farm as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get s…

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Oldfield Road as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get s…

Deputy Nursery Manager Swinton, Salford (Greater Manchester) £14.50 - £15.50 per hour | Full Time | Permanent ⭐ Exciting opportunity to help shape a brand-new flagship nursery opening in September 2026 Premier Education are working in partnership with Little Explorers Nursery who are looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join their warm and supportive team in Swinton, with the exciting opportunity to help lead their brand-new Heywood Hall flagship nursery opening in 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Early Years professional who is ready to take the next step in leadership and play a key role in developing a brand-new nursery environment. At Little Explorers, children always come first. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional Early Years education through warmth, professionalism, teamwork and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. The Role As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the setting and play an important role in maintaining high standards across the nursery. Your responsibilities will include: * Supporting the Nursery Manager with the day-to-day running of the nursery * Leading, mentoring and inspiring nursery staff * Ensuring excellent standards of care, learning and safeguarding * Supporting the implementation of the EYFS framework * Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues * Helping to establish and develop our new Heywood Hall flagship nursery Essential Requirements * Full and relevant Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above) * Minimum 5 years experience in an Early Years setting * Leadership or supervisory experience (Room Leader / Senior Practitioner / Deputy) * Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding requirements * Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one Why Join Us? * Competitive salary * Recruitment & retention bonus * Opportunity to be part of our brand-new flagship nursery opening in 2026 * Excellent career progression opportunities * Supportive and experienced leadership team * Strong staff retention and positive team culture * Ongoing training and professional development We are looking for someone who truly lives and breathes Early Years education and shares our passion for putting children first. If you are ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and be part of an exciting new chapter, we would love to hear from you. The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. INDAT

Room Leader (3-4 Years) - Permanent, Full-Time Location: Wickford, Essex Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 per annum Start Date: Immediate / September Contract: Permanent A welcoming and well-established nursery in Wickford is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Room Leader to lead their 3-4-year-old room on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate early years professional to join a friendly and supportive team. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of t…

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Lead Teacher (Pre-School Room Leader) to join a well-established nursery in Wandsworth. This is a full-time leadership position within a high-quality Early Years setting and is ideal for an experienced Level 3 practitioner looking to progress into a rewarding leadership role. The nursery offers a unique learning environment with a strong community focus, providing children with engaging experiences that support their development and wellbeing. Yo…

Baby Room Leader - Early Years Location: Westminster, London Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours, Monday-Friday) About the Role Hays Education are working in partnership with a well-established and high-quality nursery setting in Westminster to recruit a dedicated and experienced Baby Room Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for passionate Early Years professional to take the lead in a baby room, supporting children aged 6 months to 2 years within a…

Banana Moon Bromley is a thriving nursery looking for an enthusiastic and energetic 'Experienced Room Leader'. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute towards the leadership of a happy nursery where we focus on encouraging children to be children, learning through fun and engaging play. You will be working with a dedicated team in a caring, family friendly, characterful and stimulating environment which is inviting to children, parents and staff. Responsibilities: To ensure operational po…

Nursery Room Leader (Level 6 Qualified) Mainstream Primary School – Accrington Full-Time | Nursery Hours | Permanent Position Are you a passionate and experienced Early Years professional looking for your next leadership opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated Level 6 qualified Nursery Room Leader to join our welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Accrington. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our nursery provision, creating a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop a love of learning from the very start of their educational journey. The Role As Nursery Room Leader, you will: • Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the nursery room. • Deliver high-quality Early Years education in line with the EYFS framework. • Plan and provide engaging learning experiences that support children's development. • Monitor, assess, and track children's progress, identifying next steps in learning. • Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and external professionals. • Lead, support, and motivate nursery staff to maintain outstanding practice. • Ensure safeguarding, welfare, and health & safety standards are consistently met. • Promote an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. Requirements To be considered for this role, you must have: • A Level 6 qualification in Early Years, Childcare, Education or a related field . • Previous experience working within an Early Years setting. • Experience leading or supervising a nursery team. • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development. • Excellent communication and organisational skills. • A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development. • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. What We Offer • A supportive and welcoming school community. • Opportunity to lead and develop a thriving nursery provision. • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities. • Collaborative leadership and staff team. • Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications. • A rewarding role making a real difference to children's early educational experiences. Apply Now If you are an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Accrington Hours: 8.30am to 3.45pm, Monday to Friday Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Nursery Room Leader (Internal Only) Location: Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset Job type: Full Time Permanent Salary: £15.80 Hour (depend on qualification) Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week Why Join Tops Day Nurseries? At Tops Day Nurseries, we’ve been shaping futures since 1990. As the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group, we know that valuing people is the key to success. When you join us, you become more than an employee you become a co-owner with a voice, opportunities to grow, and a share in our success. With over 30 nurseries across the South of England, we provide outstanding early years education and childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children. With opportunities for Apprenticeship, Nursery practitioners, Nursery Managers & Casual staff, we are always looking for passionate individuals to join us. We’re proud to be recognised as a World’s Happiest Workplace 2025 and one of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK (2024). About the Role Our Room Leader looks after the educational and social development of babies and young children up to the age of five. Their primary duties include providing children with a safe environment to learn, helping them to develop basic social and behavioural skills and engaging them in age-appropriate play activities. About the Nursery Tops Musgrove Nursery is a 122-place eco-friendly day nursery and preschool based at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, providing Early Education and Care for children aged 3 months to preschool. Our open-plan, natural learning environment supports children to explore, play, and grow through a rich balance of child-led and structured experiences. Enrichment includes Forest School, cooking school, Boogie Mites, yoga, football fun, and tooth brushing routines. Children also benefit from regular outings to local parks, the town centre, and community spaces, as well as meaningful intergenerational experiences through our Joining Generations programme with local care homes. Why You’ll Love Working with Us At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family. • Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries • Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more) • Health & wellbeing support- NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment • A generous holiday allowance- including your birthday off & a wellbeing day! As well as many more exciting benefits! You can view the full list on our page or Careers website! What does the role involve? • Manage and support the team of childcare workers and educators in the room. • Delegate tasks and responsibilities to staff, ensuring a smooth workflow. • Mentor and train staff to ensure high standards of care and education are maintained. • Plan and deliver age-appropriate learning activities that support the developmental needs of the children. • Organize a daily routine that balances learning, play, and rest. • Create stimulating environments with engaging activities that encourage children’s curiosity and development. • Ensure individual learning plans are developed to meet the needs of each child. • Ensure the room is always well-organized and that all resources are available and used effectively. • Set up activities and create displays that reflect the children's work and progress. What are we looking for? • Early Years qualification (Level 3 or higher) in childcare. • Strong leadership and organisational skills. • Experience working in an early years setting. • Good communication skills, both with children and adults. Important Safeguarding Information Because this role involves regulated activity with children, all candidates must: • Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. If you don’t yet have one, you’ll need to cover the cost. • Be eligible to work in regulated roles- not on the Children’s Barred List. • Successfully complete background and reference checks. At Tops Day Nurseries, we are an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Apply Now Excited to make a difference? Take the next step in your career and join Tops Day Nurseries

Room Leader – Little Grapes (Brand New Nursery Opening Autumn) A Unique Opportunity to Inspire, Lead, and Build Something Special Who Are We Looking For? We are seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Room Leader to join us at the start of an exciting new chapter as we launch Little Grapes Nursery this Autumn, an extension of Kerem School. As one of the founding members of staff, you will have a unique opportunity to help establish a warm, stimulating and joyful Jewish environment in which our youngest children can thrive. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will help develop the provision, build strong relationships with families, and ensure that the nursery reflects the same high standards, care and Jewish values that characterise Kerem School. Little Grapes is an independent Modern Orthodox nursery for children aged 9 months to 3 years, offering a stimulating, challenging, and well-rounded secular and Jewish education within a warm and supportive community. Why Join Little Grapes? We are committed to supporting our staff as much as our children, and offer: The opportunity to lead the launch and shape a brand-new nursery from the ground up. A supportive leadership team working closely with you throughout the setup and ongoing development. A well-designed early years environment with high-quality resources and facilities. A strong focus on staff wellbeing and a positive, caring workplace culture. A community-focused ethos with strong family engagement at its heart. A healthy work-life balance, with flexible working options where possible, plus free lunches provided. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, as we value diversity and believe it strengthens our community. If you are an outstanding early years leader with a passion for nurturing and inspiring children aged 9 months to 3 years, and uphold high standards across all aspects of nursery life, we look forward to hearing from you. Location & Accessibility Easily accessible by public transport Conveniently located near the A1/M1 How to Apply We warmly invite potential applicants to visit our school or arrange a telephone conversation with the Headteacher or a member of the Senior Leadership Team to learn more. An application pack and application form can be found on the school website at www.keremschool.co.uk/vacancies

Description Where little moments make big futures. Be part of a team that helps children discover the world around them through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences. You’ll work in a welcoming, supportive environment where your ideas are heard, your professional development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact. Merlin House provides stimulating and enabling environments for children aged 0-5 years old. Conveniently located near Haywards Heath train station, Kiddie Capers offe…

Description Where little moments make big futures. Be part of a team that helps children discover the world around them through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences. You’ll work in a welcoming, supportive environment where your ideas are heard, your professional development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact. Kiddie Capers Childcare Lewes is a charming and quirky building nestled at the end of Cliffe High Street in Lewes. Surrounded by a beautiful river, a nature reserve, a…

Nursery Room Leader South Bermondsey, London | SE16 | £35,012 | Full-Time, 40 hours per week Love Childcare Recruitment is hiring a Nursery Room Leader to join one of London's leading nursery and childcare providers, who operate 40+ nurseries across the capital. Every nursery is rated Ofsted Outstanding or Good. About the role As a Nursery Room Leader, you'll lead a room team, deliver the EYFS framework, and build strong relationships with children and parents within a nursery group recognised for their outstanding practice and a genuine social-impact mission across London communities. This is a bright, modern nursery, with separate rooms and gardens for different age groups where the experienced staff team plan each day with help from the children. There are lots of activities to choose from, including obstacle courses, cooking, gardening, modelling clay, painting and dialogic reading. Families can join in the fun too, with days dedicated to cultures from around the world. You will find the nursery in Bermondsey, not far from Bermondsey underground station and South Bermondsey railway station and Lynton Road bus stop on the 1, 381, and P12 bus routes. Staff benefits include: • Ongoing training and clear promotion pathways • 7% employer pension contribution (only 1% from you) • 70% discount on childcare fees • Up to 35 days off a year - including 8 bank holidays, 3 days between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours) • Sector-leading parental leave • Wellbeing app access, shopping discounts, an annual staff conference, and funding for team celebrations You will need: • Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification • Experience managing or leading a room in an Early Years/Nursery setting • Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS Framework • A track record of improving performance in a nursery room or setting • Strong, nurturing relationships with children and parents • A genuine passion for childcare and child development How to apply Apply directly via this advert, or contact Steve Brennan, Recruitment Director at Love Childcare Recruitment: steve@lovechildcarerecruitment.com

Job title: Two-Year-Olds Room Leader Purpose of the post • Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted • Ensure a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in their care • Give support to other team members within their immediate room and within the wider nursery • Work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop. Responsible to: Nursery Manag…

Nursery Room Leader - Central London | £32,000-£35,000 | Full-Time Love Childcare Recruitment is hiring Nursery Room Leaders for one of London's largest childcare providers, operating 40 nurseries across the capital. Every nursery is rated Ofsted Outstanding or Good. Locations: Lambeth, Soho, and Westminster (all close to public transport - tell us your preferred area and we'll match you to the nearest nursery) Salary: £32,000-£35,000 per year, depending on location Hours: Full-time, 40 hours p…

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Chesterfield as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Chesterfield? Newly revamped and age specific garden area. Located in Chesterfield town centre with proximity to shops and commuter links. Long serving staff team. Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Room Leaders: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as a Room Leader: By leading and managing a room within the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS. Through supporting and guiding the team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment and promoting professional development. Through building strong relationships with children and families, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and their learning is supported. What a Room Leader needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Leadership experience desirable. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Chesterfield. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Witney as a Baby House Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Baby House Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s…

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Altrincham as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuc…

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Willerby as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck …

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Billinge as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck …

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Horsham as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Horsham? We have our own dedicated car parkJust a short distance from the town centreWe have some amazing features, including two beautiful garden areasGreat Place to Work Certified 2025/26Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Room Leaders: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as a Room Leader: By leading and managing a room within the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS. Through supporting and guiding the team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment and promoting professional development. Through building strong relationships with children and families, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and their learning is supported. What a Room Leader needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Leadership experience desirable. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Horsham. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Gedling as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck i…

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Chester as a Room Leader! We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Chester? Beautiful purpose-built setting in a rural area A friendly, well-established team Ofsted Outstanding nursery Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Room Leaders: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as a Room Leader: By leading and managing a room within the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS. Through supporting and guiding the team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment and promoting professional development. Through building strong relationships with children and families, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and their learning is supported. What a Room Leader needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Leadership experience desirable. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Chester. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. Join Kids Planet Heswall as a Room Leader! This is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. We’re now looking for a Room Leader to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Why Kids Planet Heswall? A lovely home away from home setting Large outdoor space Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26 Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025 Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply What we offer our Room Leaders: Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day! Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you! Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. How you’ll make a difference as a Room Leader: By leading and managing a room within the nursery, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS. Through supporting and guiding the team, fostering a positive, collaborative environment and promoting professional development. Through building strong relationships with children and families, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and their learning is supported. What a Room Leader needs: Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification. Excellent understanding of EYFS. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children. Leadership experience desirable. Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Heswall. We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish! Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.