Room Leader

Key Information

• Location: Lowdham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom NG14 7EN
• Contract Type: Full-time
• Contract Length: Permanent
• Salary: £13.78 - £14.25 (£28,882.88 - £29,868.00 full time equivalent salary 40 hours per week all year round)
• 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

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 an exciting new opportunity, we are delighted to welcome a caring and inspiring Room Leader to join our friendly, dedicated team in Lowdham, Nottinghamshire.

This is a wonderful opportunity to lead our 1–2 year old room, supporting a small group of 12 children in a calm, home-from-home environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive. You’ll play a key role in creating a nurturing space that feels safe, engaging, and full of curiosity-led learning.

Whether you’re taking the next step in your early years journey or looking to grow within a supportive setting, this role offers the chance to be part of a truly inclusive and welcoming nursery community. We’re proud that 91.71% of our team would recommend us as a great place to work—a reflection of the strong relationships and supportive culture we build together every day.

What You’ll Need

Essential:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail
• Provide outstanding customer service
• Have 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

As a Room Leader, you will:

• 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.

Our Recruitment Process

Interviews: Rolling Interviews. Expected Start Date: ASAP

Our process includes:

1. A video interview followed by a face-to-face interview with a stay and play at the nursery
2. ‘Stay and Play’ session to observe you working with children *fully supervised
3. Background checks, References, DBS, Qualification Verification will be carried out in accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy

Ready to Start Your [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Journey?

To apply for the Room Leader position with us, 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.