Nursery Room Leader
| Company: | Randstad Education |
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| Salary: | £14 to £16 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Lewes, BN7 1AA |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 24 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Level 3 Nursery Room Leader
Location: Forest Row, East Sussex
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday
Nursery Room Leader | Forest Row | Permanent
Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for a leadership role in Forest Row? We are seeking a dedicated Room Leader to join a vibrant local nursery team on a full-time, permanent basis.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire room staff to deliver exceptional Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) care.
Room Management: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, manage daily routines, and oversee learning environments.
Child Development: Act as a Key Person, monitoring progress, conducting assessments, and maintaining accurate learning journals.
Parent Communication: Maintain open, professional relationships with parents and carers regarding child updates.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory guidelines.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications: CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent
Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (required).
Experience: Proven experience working in a UK nursery setting, ideally in a senior or supervisory role.
Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding standards.
Vetting: Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory professional references required.
Benefits
Competitive salary aligned with local market standards.
Set full-time hours (8am-6pm, Mon-Fri) with zero weekend work.
Clear pathways for career progression and ongoing training.
Supportive management team and excellent working environment in Forest Row.
How to Apply
Contact Hannah Joyner at Randstad today for an immediate phone screen and further details:
Email: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 527416