We're looking for a passionate Preschool Room Leader – (3–5 Years)
SMART Preschools
Salary: £35,100 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 45 hours per week
Qualification: Level 3 Early Years Qualification (or above)
Join Our Team
Passionate about Early Years and keen to inspire the next generation?
SMART Preschools is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Room Leader to lead our Owls Room (3–5 year olds). If you're energetic, positive and committed to giving children the very best start in life, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As Room Leader, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive. You'll lead your team by example, deliver high-quality learning experiences and support every child to reach their full potential.
What We're Looking ForEssential
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
- At least 2 years' experience working in a nursery, preschool or primary education setting
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Passion for delivering outstanding childcare and education
- Positive attitude with a proactive, can-do approach
- A genuine enthusiasm for supporting children's development
Desirable
- Paediatric First Aid qualification
- Food Safety certification
- Ambitious graduates with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS.
- Plan and lead engaging activities that support children's learning and development.
- Ensure the safety, wellbeing and happiness of every child.
- Lead, motivate and support your room team.
- Coach and develop team members to help them grow professionally.
- Build positive relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed of their child's progress.
- Maintain accurate observations, assessments and attendance records.
- Support nursery management with the day-to-day running of the setting.
- Help create a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment for children, families and colleagues.
Benefits
We believe in looking after our team as well as our children.
Work-Life Balance
- Generous annual leave
- Additional day's holiday for every year of service (up to 5 extra days)
- Three personal wellbeing days each year
- Three days' paid compassionate leave
- Five days' company sick pay
Wellbeing & Rewards
- £250 annual professional development budget
- £150 annual "YOU Fund" for personal interests such as fitness classes, hobbies or learning something new
- Perkbox membership with free weekly coffee, discounts and rewards
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee referral bonus
- Regular team socials and events
- Annual team trips funded by SMART
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,100.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Nursery: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
