Room Leader – Preschool (Level 3-6 Early Years Practitioner/Teacher/ Early Years Professional Status)
U1R Nurseries
£14-15 per hour
APPLY NOW and receive £500 after your probation period*
U1R Nurseries are growing again! Following our brilliant Ofsted report, we are looking for an experienced, passionate and inspiring Room Leader to lead our Preschool room.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident practitioner ready to take the next step in their career, leading a team and shaping a high-quality learning environment where children can truly thrive.
At U1R Nurseries, we do things differently. We value our team, prioritise wellbeing, and focus on a modern, child-led approach to early years education, reducing unnecessary workload so you can focus on what really matters.
About the Role:
As a Preschool Room Leader, you will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring outstanding care and education for all children. You will lead, support and inspire your team while creating a nurturing, engaging and stimulating environment.
You will champion a child-led curriculum, encouraging curiosity, independence and a love of learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Preschool room, ensuring high standards of care and education
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Support a child-led approach focused on curiosity, exploration and play
- Monitor, observe and assess children’s development, ensuring accurate records are maintained
- Act as a role model, supporting and mentoring team members within the room
- Build strong, professional relationships with parents, carers and colleagues
- Ensure the room is safe, clean, organised and welcoming at all times
- Oversee daily routines and ensure smooth running of the room
- Support safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance within the setting
- Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain high standards across the nursery
Requirements:
- Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
- Previous experience in an early years setting, ideally in a senior or room leader role
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
- Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A caring, patient and enthusiastic attitude
- A genuine passion for making a difference in children’s lives
- A willingness to get involved, PLAY, and be on the children’s level!
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary – £14-£15 per hour
- Performance-related pay
- £500 bonus after successful probation period*
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A supportive, friendly and highly skilled team
- A workplace that prioritises staff wellbeing and mental health
- Reduced workload focus to allow more time with children
- Free entry for you and your family to Under 1 Roof soft play
- 25% discount on food and drink at Under 1 Roof soft play
- FREE food for your child if they’re funded – no additional costs
- 20% discount on your own child’s nursery fees
- FREE tickets to The Granville Theatre – Ticket Lotto monthly
- Paid holiday, with additional holiday accrued over service
- Staff wellbeing treats – monthly breakfast, snacks, wellbeing days
- Free on-site parking
At U1R Nurseries, we are proud to be different. We invest in our staff, support your growth, and create an environment where both children and practitioners flourish. We want you to grow and develop in your role—and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
If you are a strong, nurturing leader ready to take the next step, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a short covering message.
*Terms and conditions apply
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 47.5 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Canteen
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
