Job Description

Room Leader Position

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our friendly team in Bishops Cleeve.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, committed Room Leader who can work alongside the team and work closely with the management team. Someone who is looking for the next step in their career, and to gain experience of managing a small team

The role of the Room Leader is to assist the management team in providing professional leadership of the Nursery and help to ensure that all children receive the highest standards of care.

Applicants must have:

At least NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years

Experience in the Early Years sector.

A good knowledge of the EYFS.

A clear passion for working with children.

Be able to have key children, plan activities, support children with additional needs and complete observations/assessments.

Up to date child protection and first aid are desirable but not essential.
You will be required to work as part of our friendly team, to enable the setting to continue to deliver an outstanding standard of care.

You'll be responsible for planning, organising and delivering activities and creating learning experiences for children. You will need to lead the team to provide continuous learning outcomes for all children in your area.

Benefits of working with our team:

30 Days holiday (Pro rata if working 4 days) 1 week off at Christmas Holiday incentive scheme rewards for long service Company pension Extra day off for your Birthday Complimentary home cooked lunch Support Manager to help support and develop you within your role Flexibility with appointments Lovely staff room to relax, for your lunch break. Referral bonus Focus on staff wellbeing Childcare discount Free parking Social events
Cleeve Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to two references and a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

Full time: Monday - Friday (40hours), would consider 4 days (32 hours)

Salary: Competitive

Start Date: September/October 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 13.10 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Referral programme
Experience:

Childcare: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person