Nursery Room Leader

5 days ago

Leicester LE DF, United Kingdom St Georges Nursery School Full time £27,500 - £35,000 per year

Nursery Room Leader – Narborough

About Us

At St George's Nursery, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding childcare and supporting our staff to grow into future leaders. With over 30 years' experience, we provide a nurturing, stimulating environment for children and a workplace where our team can thrive. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner ready to step up and develop their leadership skills.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our leadership team in Narborough. You will work closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy, leading your unit day to day and stepping up to support wider nursery operations when required.

What you'll do:

  • Lead and inspire your room team, supporting their training, development, and wellbeing.
  • Plan and deliver engaging activities that support children's learning and development in line with the EYFS.
  • Act as a key contact for parents, ensuring smooth settling-in and regular updates on progress.
  • Provide reports to the Manager/Deputy on children's development, staff training needs, and room performance.
  • Take on management duties such as show-arounds, staffing, and operational cover in the absence of the Manager or Deputy.
  • Maintain a safe, stimulating environment with high-quality resources.

What we're looking for:

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum).
  • Previous experience as a Nursery Practitioner or Room Leader with leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and mentoring skills.
  • Paediatric First Aid and safeguarding training (or willingness to update).

Hours & Pay

  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available
  • Salary: from £27,500 (dependent on qualification and experience)

Benefits

  • Ongoing CPD and clear career development pathways
  • Staff discount on childcare
  • A supportive, friendly team culture
  • Company pension scheme
  • Wellbeing support

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your childcare career and play a key role in leading one of our nurseries, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or send your CV to

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

  • Early Years Qualification (required)

Work Location: In person

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