Little Barn Owls Nursery – Horsham, West Sussex
£29,000–£36,000 per year
Full-Time | Permanent
Join an Award-Winning Nursery Group
Little Barn Owls Nursery Group was recently crowned Nursery World’s 2024 Winner for Enabling Environments — and we’re growing.
This is your opportunity to join a Reggio Emilia-inspired Forest & Farm School nursery where creativity, nature and child-led learning are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
As a Room Leader, you’ll lead your own room and guide daily learning experiences for children aged 6 months to 5 years.
This is a hands-on, creative role with real leadership impact.
You will:
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Lead and manage your room team to deliver outstanding childcare
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Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
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Mentor and motivate team members
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Create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment
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Build strong relationships with children and families
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Take responsibility for key children (observations & documentation)
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Reflect regularly to improve outcomes
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Work closely with leadership to exceed EYFS standards
What We’re Looking For
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Level 3 (or above) Childcare qualification
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Experience in an Early Years setting (leadership experience desirable)
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Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
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Passion for child development and outdoor learning
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Positive, proactive and team-focused mindset
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Interest in the Reggio Emilia approach (training provided if needed)
Training & Development
After successful completion of your 3-month induction, you’ll enrol onto our Little Barn Owls Training Academy, including:
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12-module development programme
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Dedicated mentor support
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Leadership development opportunities
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International CPD opportunities
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Collaboration with professional Atelieristas (artists)
We are passionate about progression and developing future leaders.
What We Offer
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Salary up to £36,000
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80% childcare discount
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All-expenses-paid international CPD trips
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33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
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Seasonal bonuses & long-service rewards
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Employee wellbeing programme, EAP & healthcare cash plan
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Option to buy/sell annual leave
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Staff social events, fun days & team meals
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Clear career progression within an award-winning group
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Work alongside professional artists in dedicated creative studios
Working Hours
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Monday–Friday between 7:30am–6:00pm
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Full-time only
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Term-time or school-hour roles not available
Important Information
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Enhanced DBS and references required
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Committed to safeguarding children and staff
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Equal opportunities employer
Ready to lead your own room in an inspiring, award-winning nursery?
Apply now on Indeed and start your next big adventure with Little Barn Owls.
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