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Nursery Room Leader

27 300 – 31 200 £
ContractExperience not specifiedOn-siteForest Row

About this job

Level 3 Nursery Room Leader

Location: Forest Row, East Sussex

Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday

Nursery Room Leader | Forest Row | Permanent

Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for a leadership role in Forest Row? We are seeking a dedicated Room Leader to join a vibrant local nursery team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire room staff to deliver exceptional Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) care.

  • Room Management: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, manage daily routines, and oversee learning environments.

  • Child Development: Act as a Key Person, monitoring progress, conducting assessments, and maintaining accurate learning journals.

  • Parent Communication: Maintain open, professional relationships with parents and carers regarding child updates.

  • Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualifications: CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (required).

  • Experience: Proven experience working in a UK nursery setting, ideally in a senior or supervisory role.

  • Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding standards.

  • Vetting: Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory professional references required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary aligned with local market standards.

  • Set full-time hours (8am-6pm, Mon-Fri) with zero weekend work.

  • Clear pathways for career progression and ongoing training.

  • Supportive management team and excellent working environment in Forest Row.

How to Apply

Contact Hannah Joyner at Randstad today for an immediate phone screen and further details:

  • Email:

  • Phone:

Market insight

34% below median
44 196 £

Based on 22 358 offers with salary for this country

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