Radnor Park Kindergarten has been a dedicated provider of early years education since 1998, nurturing children from 3 months to pre-school age. Our mission is to provide a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where children can develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Set within a beautiful double-aspect Victorian house with spacious, bright rooms and many original features, our environment offers children the freedom to explore, play, and thrive and gives our team a wonderful place to work and grow.
We are proud to be a family-oriented setting that invests in people and supports career development every step of the way.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Level 3 Qualified Room Leader to lead one of our nursery rooms.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years education, enjoys inspiring others, and is ready to take the next step in their career. As a Room Leader, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding care and education while supporting and motivating your team to achieve the very best outcomes for children.
Responsibilities
As Room Leader, you will:
- Lead and inspire your room team to deliver outstanding care and education.
- Create a warm, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can learn, develop, and thrive.
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the room, ensuring routines run smoothly and effectively.
- Observe, assess, and support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
- Plan engaging, age-appropriate activities that promote children's individual interests and next steps.
- Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed about their child's progress and wellbeing.
- Support, mentor, and develop members of your team through coaching and leading by example.
- Monitor children's learning journals and ensure high-quality observations, assessments, and planning.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and hygiene throughout the room.
- Work closely with the management team to continuously improve practice and contribute ideas that enhance the nursery.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
- Previous experience working within an Early Years setting.
- A sound knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and child development.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A positive, caring, and enthusiastic approach.
- The ability to motivate, support, and lead a team.
Desirable:
- Previous Room Leader or senior practitioner experience.
- Experience supporting staff development and mentoring colleagues.
- A good understanding of nursery compliance and inspection requirements.
What We Offer
At Radnor Park Kindergarten, we believe our team deserves to feel valued, supported, and recognised for the incredible work they do.
We offer:
✓ Enhanced pay opportunities
✓ Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
✓ Regular team outings and work trips
✓ Fun days and team social events throughout the year
✓ Fresh, in-house hot meals provided
✓ Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training and support
✓ Opportunities for career progression and promotion
✓ Level 5 training opportunities for those looking to develop further in Early Years
✓ A supportive, family-oriented culture where everyone feels valued
✓ A welcoming environment where your ideas and contributions matter
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.70 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Have you previously worked as a Room Leader or in a Senior Practitioner Role?
Experience:
- Nursery: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 Childcare Qualification or above (required)
Work Location: In person
