Job Description

Nursery Room Leader - Petworth Nursery

Location:

Petworth, West Sussex

Position:

Full-Time

Salary:

Competitive (based on experience)

Are you an experienced early years practitioner ready to take the lead? We're looking for a confident, organised, and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our passionate team at Petworth Nursery. If you love creating engaging environments, supporting your team, and helping little ones thrive--this role is for you!

About the Role:

As Room Leader, you'll be responsible for leading the daily running of your room, inspiring your team, and ensuring that every child receives the highest quality care and education. You'll lead planning, guide practice, and make sure routines, learning, and wellbeing are all flowing smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Room Management

Take the lead in the room's daily routines, creating a calm and purposeful environment
Be a positive role model, setting the tone for best practice and teamwork
Delegate tasks clearly and ensure staff feel supported and confident
Foster a space where children feel secure, engaged, and valued
Planning, Observations & Assessments

*Oversee high-quality, child-led planning that reflects individual needs and interests

*Ensure observations and assessments are accurate, up-to-date, and EYFS-aligned

*Support the team in planning next steps for each child and tracking their progress

Environment & Resources

Keep the room safe, clean, and stimulating--ready for learning and fun every day
Rotate and refresh resources regularly to promote creativity and curiosity
Conduct daily risk assessments and report any safety or maintenance concerns
Create displays that showcase meaningful learning and celebrate achievements
Staff Support & Development

*Offer daily guidance and constructive feedback to your team

Support with staff inductions, supervisions and role model professional behaviours
Encourage reflection and new ideas to raise the quality of provision
Work closely with the Deputy/Manager on performance and training support
Parent Partnerships & Communication

Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers
Lead key worker relationships and ensure communication is warm, clear, and accurate
Represent the nursery's values in all family interactions and meetings
Safeguarding & Compliance

Ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed and documented
Maintain records including accidents, medications, and care plans
Promote and uphold policies around behaviour, health & safety, and hygiene
Reflective Practice & Room Development

Take part in team meetings, training, and supervisions with a proactive mindset
Regularly evaluate routines and provision to drive continuous improvement
Set and work toward development goals for your room

What We're Looking For:

Level 3 qualification in Early Years (desirable)
Previous experience in a nursery setting, ideally in a senior or key worker role
Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development
A confident leader who is approachable, organised, and nurturing
Excellent communication skills and a genuine love for working with children
Why Work With Us?

A supportive, friendly team where your voice matters
Plenty of opportunities for professional development and progression
A fun, rewarding role where no two days are the same
A setting that values creativity, care, and collaboration
Ready to take the lead?

We'd love to hear from you! Send over your CV and a quick message telling us why you'd be a great Room Leader.

Let's grow and thrive--together.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 14.87 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have a level 3 or above in childcare?
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person