A peaceful, rural setting within easy reach, committed to creating exciting learning opportunities that encourage curiosity, independence, and confidence while ensuring every child feels happy, safe, and valued are looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Room Leader to lead their dedicated team and inspire young minds.
If you have excellent leadership skills and a genuine love for early years education, we want to hear from you!
Benefits:
* Competitive salary (annual increase)
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Opportunities to grow and develop within the company
* Unlimited CPD
Key Information:
* Location: in -person
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the Team: Guide, mentor, and support staff within your room to deliver high-quality early years education.
* Safeguarding: Ensure all safeguarding and child protection policies are strictly followed.
* Learning & Development: Oversee the planning of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and ensure the key person approach is well embedded.
* Parent Partnerships: Build strong, trust-based relationships with parents and carers.
* Daily Operations: Maintain a safe, warm, and stimulating environment for all children.
What We Are Looking For:
* Qualification: Full and relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
* Experience: Proven experience working within an early years setting, ideally with previous leadership or senior responsibilities.
* Knowledge: Sound understanding of the EYFS framework, child development, and safeguarding legislation.
* Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and team-building skills.
Essential Criteria:
* Paediatric first aid certificate (if qualified post 30/06/26)
* GCSE English Grade 4+ (if qualified post September 2014)
* Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one
Supply Star Early Years Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and adults. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS (£63 if not on the update service) and two satisfactory references
Salary description
£29640.00 - £29640.00 per year