Nursery Room Leader
  • England,South East,East Sussex
  • Full Time, Contract
  • £14 - £16 per hour
Job Description:
Full job descriptionNursery Room Leader / Third in Charge *Location: Forest Row, East Sussex

*Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

*Hours: Monday - Friday

Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner ready to step into leadership?We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and qualified Nursery Room Leader / Third in Charge to join the senior team at our beautiful, highly-regarded nursery in Forest Row.
This role is the perfect stepping stone for a Senior Practitioner or Room Leader looking to develop their management skills. You will enjoy the best of both worlds: leading a thriving room of your own while stepping up to support the wider nursery operations in the absence of the Manager and Deputy.
Key Responsibilities*Lead & Mentor: Oversee your designated room, mentor junior staff, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, creative EYFS activities.

*Step Up to Lead: Act as the Third in Charge, assisting with daily operations, compliance, opening/closing duties, and taking charge of the nursery when required.

*Parent Partnerships: Foster strong, collaborative, and trusting relationships with parents and carers.

*Safety First: Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.

What We Need From You (Requirements)*Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent).

*Experience: Proven experience working as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, or Nursery Nurse looking to step up.

*Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS curriculum, child development, and safeguarding procedures.

*Leadership: Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a small team.

What We Offer*Competitive Pay: £30,000 - £32,000 per year with annual salary reviews.

*Career Progression: Direct pathways to Deputy Manager and Manager roles with paid training.

*Work-Life Balance: Structured Monday to Friday hours with no weekend work.

How to ApplyIf you are ready to elevate your career in early years education, we want to hear from you today!
*Email your CV directly to:

*Or call Hannah for an informal, confidential chat:
Job number 3944164

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