Room Leader

Room Leader – Horsham, West Sussex (RH13) Join a warm and welcoming Nursery where you’ll lead a vibrant early years room and help children thrive through inspiring, play-based learning. Employment Type Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Salary £29,000 – £31,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + benefits Pay & Benefits • Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays • Paid CPD and ongoing training to support your professional development • Clear progression opportunities into senior room leadership and management roles • Regular supervision, mentoring, and leadership support • Access to in-house training and externally recognised childcare qualifications • Performance recognition and opportunities to be rewarded for great practice • Employee discounts and savings (where available) • Team events and a friendly, welcoming working environment • High-quality resources and inspiring learning spaces to lead your room confidently Working Hours & Shift Pattern • Full-time: 40 hours per week, all year round • Monday to Friday working pattern • No weekend working required • Shifts worked within nursery operating hours (set rota provided) • Daily break included in line with policy and staffing ratios Job Description We are recruiting for an experienced Room Leader to join an Early Years, Nursery setting in Horsham, West Sussex (RH13). This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a room where high-quality care, curiosity-led learning, and children’s wellbeing come first. You will guide a small team, shape daily practice, and create an inspiring environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. This Room Leader role will suit a confident, hands-on leader who enjoys coaching others, building strong relationships with families, and delivering outstanding outcomes through thoughtful planning and consistent standards. Key Responsibilities • Lead the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment • Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS and children’s individual interests • Support, coach, and mentor practitioners to strengthen confidence, consistency, and quality of practice • Maintain excellent safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety standards at all times • Ensure children’s learning journeys, observations, and assessments are accurate, meaningful, and up to date • Maintain outstanding standards of care routines, hygiene practices, and safe supervision Requirements • Up to date and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification is essential • Right to work within the UK (no sponsorship required) • Previous experience as a Senior Practitioner or 2 years experience as a Nursery Practitioner • Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding procedures, and quality standards • Confident leadership style with the ability to motivate and support a small team • Commitment to inclusive practice and supporting children with varying needs and abilities • Also suitable for: Room Leader, Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Room Leader, Early Years Educator Lead Company Culture As a Room Leader, you will be joining a friendly and welcoming Nursery setting backed by the strength of a well established larger Nursery organisation. You’ll benefit from clear nursery values, structured leadership support, and access to excellent training and development opportunities. Why This Role Appeals • Lead your own room and make a meaningful impact on children’s early development • Strong training and development pathways to help you progress in your career • Well-resourced learning environments that encourage creativity and curiosity • Consistent weekday working pattern with no weekend shifts • A rewarding role in a sector where your leadership truly makes a difference Apply Today If you are a passionate, motivated early years, Nursery Practitioner ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we would love to hear from you. Your experience and ideas will be valued within Nurseries & Early Years, and you will be supported to grow within a welcoming and professional environment. Apply today to join a nurturing Nursery setting in Horsham (RH13) where children, families, and staff are all encouraged to thrive. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged MP-Jobs