A good Room Leader does far more than keep the room running.
Tiny Tots Recruitment is recruiting for a Nursery Room Leader to join an established early years setting in York.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced Level 3 practitioner who is ready to take ownership of a room, support the team around them and help create an environment where children feel secure, confident and excited to learn.
The nursery has been part of the local community for many years and benefits from its own outdoor space as well as easy access to nearby parks and local amenities. Children are encouraged to explore beyond the nursery environment, with regular opportunities to engage with the wider community.
What you'll be doing:
Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of your nursery room Leading, supporting and motivating practitioners within the room Ensuring children receive consistently high standards of care and education Planning engaging learning experiences around children's interests and developmental needs Monitoring observations, assessments and children's next steps Supporting colleagues with their confidence, knowledge and professional development Maintaining an organised, stimulating and welcoming learning environment Building strong relationships with parents and carers Supporting children with additional needs and promoting inclusive practice Ensuring safeguarding procedures are understood and followed by the whole room team Supporting effective staff deployment and daily routines Working closely with nursery management to maintain high standards across the setting Contributing ideas and supporting continuous improvement Leading by example in everything from interactions with children to communication with families
What we're looking for:
A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years or Childcare qualification as a minimum Previous experience working within a nursery or early years setting Room Leader, Deputy Room Leader, Senior Practitioner or equivalent experience would be ideal Strong practical knowledge of the EYFS Excellent safeguarding knowledge Confidence supporting and guiding other practitioners Strong communication and organisational skills A warm and approachable leadership style Someone who can maintain standards while keeping children's experiences at the centre of the room A genuine interest in continuing to develop professionally
What's on offer:
£28,000 to £29,000 per year Permanent, full-time position 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays Paid time off between Christmas and New Year 50% childcare discount Company sick pay entitlement Employee Assistance Programme Internal and external training opportunities Ongoing professional development Opportunities to further your early years qualifications On-site parking Support from an experienced nursery management team
The nursery has a strong emphasis on developing its people. Staff are encouraged to continue building their knowledge and qualifications, with training offered throughout the year and opportunities for practitioners to progress their early years careers.
The setting itself sits next to West Bank Park, has its own well-equipped outdoor area and regularly takes children into the local community. It has provided childcare in York since 1995 and is currently rated Good by Ofsted.
If you're looking for a Nursery Room Leader job in York and want a role where you can lead a team while remaining closely involved in children's learning and development, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through Tiny Tots Recruitment for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.