Nursery Room Leader

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Dartington; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local nursery in Dartington is seeking a passionate Nursery Room Leader to inspire young minds and lead a committed team. This role involves mentoring staff, ensuring high-quality early years education, and fostering relationships with families. Ideal candidates should hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS. The nursery offers competitive pay, extensive perks including childcare discounts, and opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a significant impact on children's lives!

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

52% childcare discount

31 days of holiday plus birthday off

Access to The National College for training

Perkbox discounts and wellbeing support

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Passionate about leading and inspiring a team.
• Experience in providing high-quality early years education.
• Ability to build strong relationships with families and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the team to provide high-quality education.
• Support the Nursery Manager in smooth operations.
• Promote initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Oversee implementation of the EYFS framework.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment for children.

Skills

Leadership

Early Years Education

Mentoring

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader!

Preschool Room (ages 3-5)

Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At Dartington, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Room Leader to guide and support our team in providing outstanding care and education. In this rewarding leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor, nurture, and create a positive impact for children, families, and your colleagues.

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:

• 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 (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• 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: £27,872 - £27,872 per Annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Ideally working 7.30am starts and 6.00pm finishes, but can be discussed at interview.
Location: HDC Nursery Dartington, Brimhay, Gidleys Meadow, Dartington, Devon, TQ9 6JZ

About our Nursery

Our Dartington Nursery is situated in a quiet residential area and a short drive from the A38, with easy access from places like Ivybridge, Ashburton and Buckfastleigh. Parking is available outside the nursery for the team. We encourage outdoor learning whenever possible and aim to pass on a love of the outdoors, teaching them how to care for their world and environment. Children can experience planting, growing, harvesting, and food-to-plate so they know where their food comes from. Using resources from our outdoor area, children can welcome guests to their bug hotel.

What being a Nursery Room Leader involves

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will work alongside the Nursery Manager to lead and inspire your team while delivering exceptional care and education. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring the team to provide high-quality early years education with passion and energy.
• Supporting the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth nursery operations and consistent quality.
• Acting as a role model by promoting initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to support the best outcomes for children.
• Overseeing the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging learning opportunities.
• Taking charge of nursery operations in the Nursery Manager’s absence.
• Encouraging continuous improvement through feedback and supporting professional development.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets each child’s needs.

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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