Room Leader
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Room Leader
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £13.78 - £14.25/hour (£28,882.88 - £29,868.00 full time equivalent)
About the Role
Join the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Family – A Place to Grow, Thrive, and Make a Difference. Are you passionate about early years education, supporting children's development and leading a team? At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe work should be more than just a job – it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day. Due to a new opportunity, we’re excited to welcome a Room Leader to our friendly and dedicated team in Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom.
What You’ll Need
Essential:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
- Provide outstanding customer service
- Good time management, meeting deadlines
- Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
Desirable:
- Previous experience of leading a team
- Current paediatric first aid certificate
- Safeguarding and child protection training (although full training will be given)
- Current food hygiene certificate
What You’ll Be Doing
- To support the Manager and fellow Room Leaders to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and education across the setting
- To maintain an organised, safe and stimulating room environment
- To keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed within the room
- To help build and maintain a reputation as the setting of choice in the area for both children and employees
- To model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines
- To support and inspire your team of practitioners
- To aid with the induction of new team members, welcoming them into the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] family
Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we’re more than a nursery group – we’re a family.
- Supportive Culture – Our nurseries are built on strong relationships, teamwork, and a genuine sense of belonging.
- Career Development – Whether you're an apprentice or a seasoned professional, we offer clear progression pathways, structured training, and mentorship.
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy structured working hours, flexible shift options, and hybrid roles (where applicable).
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – We regularly benchmark our salaries and offer generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, and paid leave.
- Award-Winning Family – Join a company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success.
Benefits
- Birthday Off
- 6 fully paid sick days
- Cashback Healthcare Plan
- Retail Discounts
- Recognition & Reward
- 50% Childcare Discount
- 24/7 Virtual GP Access
- 24/7 Counselling Support
- Discounted gym Membership
- Personal Financial Advisor Access
- Pension Discovery
- Learning platform Access
Our Recruitment Process
- Interviews: Rolling Interviews
- Expected Start Date: ASAP
- Video interview followed by a face-to-face interview with a stay and play at the nursery
- ‘Stay and Play’ session to observe you working with children (fully supervised)
- Background checks, References, DBS, Qualification Verification will be carried out in accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy
How to Apply
To apply for the Room Leader position with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], please click the 'Quick Apply' button and submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role. We aim to respond to all applicants within 2–5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]!
As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.