Hillside House Nursery in Hookagate is seeking an experienced and passionate Room Leader to join our warm, supportive, and dedicated team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an early years professional who is ready to take the next step in their career, lead a room with confidence, and support high-quality practice in a nurturing and child-centred environment.
About the Role
As Room Leader, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring high standards of care, learning, and development in line with the EYFS. You will lead by example, support and mentor your team, and build strong relationships with children and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the daily practice within your room
- Deliver high-quality teaching and learning in line with the EYFS
- Support, mentor, and inspire room staff
- Act as a key person and support children’s individual needs and development
- Plan, observe, and assess children’s learning effectively
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers
- Work closely with the nursery management team to support the wider setting
What We’re Looking For
- A Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
- Previous experience as a Room Leader or a senior practitioner ready to step up
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
- Confident leadership and organisational skills
- A warm, caring, and professional approach
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare
What We Offer
- A supportive and welcoming working environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Career progression and leadership development
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- A nursery that values teamwork, wellbeing, and high-quality practice
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Hillside House Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Pay: Up to £14.25 per hour
Work Location: In person
