Are you a passionate Early Years professional who thrives on supporting children through crucial developmental milestones? This permanent Room Leader position gives you the rare opportunity to lead the Tweenies Room (for children aged approximately 17 months to 2 years) in an established nursery environment.
Step into a role where your contribution goes beyond routine care – you will create a space where play, exploration, and learning are at the heart of the day. If you’re ready to take ownership, lead a team, and have an impact in a setting grounded in a learning-through-play ethos, this is the perfect next step for you.
What's in it for you?
£28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
Permanent position with guaranteed hours
40 hours per week
Leadership responsibility for your own Early Years room
Work directly with children at a vital stage of their early development
Be part of a nursery focused on individual growth and learning through play
Bring your creativity to shape activities and routines
Opportunities for flexible working hours by arrangement
ASAP start – begin making a difference right away
The Role
As the Room Leader for the Tweenies Room, you will manage the day-to-day organisation of the room, providing strong leadership and guidance to practitioners in your team. Your focus will be on ensuring each child receives high-quality care and stimulating learning experiences tailored to their age and developmental stage.
Lead the smooth running of the Tweenies Room
Support, guide, and inspire your team of practitioners
Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios
Plan and deliver engaging play-based activities in line with the EYFS
Create an environment that fosters curiosity, learning, and positive relationships
Support children’s communication, language, and personal development
Observe, assess, and plan for each child’s individual progress
Work in partnership with families to ensure continuity of care
Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery procedures at all times
Skills and Experience
You will be an effective Room Leader with the following:
Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
Previous experience as a Room Leader – essential
Experience in a nursery or Early Years setting
Confident understanding of the EYFS framework
Paediatric First Aid qualification
Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification, or willingness to complete upon starting
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Warm, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach to children and families
Strong commitment to safeguarding and quality care
Location and Package
Location: Great Barr, Birmingham
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Flexibility of hours available, subject to nursery requirements
If you are looking for a fresh challenge where you can take the next step in your Early Years career, make your mark on a room, and help shape the lives of young children, this may be the opportunity for you.
Apply today to find out more about this permanent Tweenies Room Leader position in Great Barr.
All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children
Salary description
£28000.00 - £30000.00 per year