Nursery Room Leader - Level 3
Responsible for supporting management in delivering high standards of compliance, care, and early years education, while assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery. Built positive relationships with staff and parents to support children’s development and wellbeing. Worked within the 18-month room on a full-time 40-hour-per-week contract.
Shape the future of early years education in a setting where your leadership creates meaningful impact for children, families, and your dedicated team.
Benefits
- Competitive salary £32,500
- An opportunity to progress into a Management position
- Holiday allowance reflective of contracted hours
- Flexible working opportunities where possible
- Paid training, qualifications, and CPD opportunities
- Pension Scheme
- On-site Parking
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire your team with warmth and professionalism
- Create a positive culture where staff feel valued and supported
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring smooth and safe operations
- Maintain compliance with the EYFS, safeguarding, and statutory frameworks
- Confidently lead Ofsted preparation and inspections
- Deliver a child-led curriculum that supports holistic development
- Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers
- Champion safeguarding, ensuring concerns are acted upon promptly
- Recruit, nurture, and retain a strong, professional team
- Manage staffing, rotas, records, and policies with accuracy
Person Specification
- Minimum Level 3 (full and relevant) Early Years Qualification
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (grades 9-4 or equivalent)
- At least 2 years' experience working in an early years setting
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and best practice
- Excellent communication skills with staff, children, and parents
- We are seeking someone who can bring enthusiasm, leadership, and a strong commitment to high-quality childcare.
At Humly, we are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups' regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service ("the DBS") and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).
School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 unless it is a "protected" conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Graduate
Pay: From £32,500.00 per year
Benefits:
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
