New Job Opening: Room Leader in Partou Natures Day Nursery & Pre-school

Job Description

Room Leader – Level 3

£31,500 per annum | 40 Hours per Week | Good Ofsted Rating

Set within acres of beautiful grounds, this Good Ofsted-rated nursery offers a unique environment where outdoor learning plays a central role in children's everyday experiences.

From forest adventures and nature-based activities to imaginative play in the mud kitchen and sandpit, children have plenty of opportunities to explore, take appropriate risks and develop their confidence and independence. Inside, bright and airy rooms filled with natural light create a warm, home-from-home atmosphere where children feel secure and ready to learn.

As Room Leader, you'll take responsibility for creating a happy, well-organised room, leading your team and ensuring high-quality Early Years practice is consistent throughout the day.

What We're Looking For

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above


• Strong experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting


• Previous Room Leader, Deputy Room Leader or senior practitioner experience would be beneficial


• Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development


• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection


• Confidence leading, supporting and motivating practitioners


• Experience overseeing observations, planning and assessment


• Strong communication and organisational skills


• A nurturing, positive and child-centred leadership style

What's On Offer

• £31,500 per annum


• Pension scheme


• Competitive annual leave


• Enhanced parental leave


• Benefits and rewards portal


• Your birthday off


• Training and development opportunities


• Opportunities for career progression


• Supportive and welcoming team environment

Leading Your Room

• Take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of your room


• Lead and support practitioners to deliver consistently high-quality care and education


• Plan engaging experiences around children's interests and developmental needs


• Encourage confidence, curiosity and independence through child-led learning


• Make full use of the nursery's outdoor spaces, including the forest area, mud kitchen and sandpit


• Oversee observations, assessments and children's development records


• Maintain appropriate staffing and ratios within the room


• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and nursery procedures are consistently followed


• Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues


• Create an environment where both children and practitioners can thrive

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL259620/ST