Deputy Room Leader - £1000 Welcome Scheme

The Old Station Nursery Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's day nursery in York is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Deputy Room Leader to create a nurturing environment for children. The role involves planning activities, monitoring development, and providing support to staff and families. The ideal candidate should be creative and enthusiastic, with a dedication to children's welfare. This position offers a competitive salary of £28,184 per annum and various employee perks including a welcome bonus and childcare discounts.

Benefits

£1000 WELCOME BONUS

Childcare perks

31 days of holiday

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support and discounts

Volunteer day supported

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience in a nursery setting preferred.
• Ability to create fun and nurturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities.
• Monitor children’s development and share progress with parents.

Skills

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Team player

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Deputy Room Leader!

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Little Green Rascals Tadcaster Road, we’re looking for a Level 3 Qualified Deputy Room Leader to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• £1000 WELCOME BONUS!
• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays and closure over Christmas! Plus an additional day for your birthday.
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long‑service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: £28,184 per Annum based on experience (40 hours per week).

Working Hours: 38 hrs over 4 days per week, Monday to Friday with 1 weekday off. Shifts from 8am-6pm.

Location: Little Green Rascals Children's Day Nursery Tadcaster Road, 312 Tadcaster Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1HF

About our Nursery

Our beautiful nursery is based in a three‑story Victorian townhouse, set back from the road and opposite the beautiful York Racecourse. Buses run frequently in and out of the city, with a bus stop directly outside the nursery. We also have ample parent parking available on‑site, with additional convenient parking options for staff located just a short distance from the nursery. One of the most popular aspects of our nursery is our Forest School, located just 10 minutes away in a peaceful woodland environment, offers children the chance to explore and learn in a dedicated outdoor classroom surrounded by nature. This is where our ethos comes to life and the children can engage in Forest School classes, planting organic fruit and vegetables which can be eaten once they’ve grown.

What Your Role Involves

As a valued member of our team, you’ll:

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play‑based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day‑to‑day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.

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