Room Leader
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Didcot |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Level 3 Room Leader
Up to £32,000 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Room Leader to join their Good Ofsted-rated nursery. The setting offers exceptional indoor facilities, but it's the impressive outdoor environment that truly sets it apart. Purposefully designed with younger children in mind, the expansive outdoor space provides endless opportunities for exploration, discovery, and active learning.
The nursery places a strong emphasis on spending time outdoors every day, with practitioners using both the indoor and outdoor environments to deliver every area of the EYFS curriculum. This approach helps children develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning through meaningful, hands-on experiences.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced early years professional to lead a room within a supportive nursery that is passionate about delivering outstanding childcare and education.
What We're Looking For
Level 3 Early Years qualification
Previous experience as a
Room Leader,
Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar senior role
Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Experience supporting and mentoring colleagues
A nurturing and child-centred approach to childcare
Why Should You Consider This Role
Up to £32,000 per annum
40 hours per week
Opportunity to work in a Good Ofsted-rated nursery
Modern, purpose-built learning environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive leadership team
Excellent career progression prospects
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day running of your designated room
Support and motivate practitioners to deliver outstanding early years practice
Plan and oversee engaging activities that promote children's learning and development
Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children can thrive
Encourage outdoor learning and make full use of the nursery's purpose-built outdoor spaces
Monitor children's progress through observations and assessments
Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Promote high standards of care, safeguarding, and EYFS practice throughout the room
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: WILL242880/DB
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