Early Years Room Lead Job at YMCA Dulverton Group (Blagdon)

Early Years Officer Room Leader

We’re looking for a passionate early years leader to join the management team at...

Location

United Kingdom , Slough

Salary:

30160.00 - 35530.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

April 24, 2026

Requirements

Passionate early years leader
Ability to lead a team of early years practitioners
Experience ensuring children are happy, safe, loved, and thriving
Experience overseeing staff in daily operations for children aged 3 months to 8 years
Experience providing full care and education
Experience ensuring delivery of high-quality teaching and learning
Ability to supervise, mentor, and support both qualified and unqualified staff
Ability to work closely with families, schools, and other local agencies as part of a multi-agency team
Ability to help maintain OFSTED compliance
Ability to use resources effectively

Job Responsibility

Lead a team of early years practitioners
Ensure children are happy, safe, loved, and thriving
Oversee staff in the successful implementation of the daily operations of a room for children aged between 3 months and 8 years
Provide full care and education
Ensure delivery of high-quality teaching and learning
Supervise, mentor, and support both qualified and unqualified staff
Work closely with families, schools, and other local agencies as part of a multi-agency team
Help maintain OFSTED compliance
Use resources effectively

What we offer

26–33 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
Local Government Pension Scheme
Wellbeing initiatives and active employee networks
Tax-free childcare and childcare services
Annual increments (subject to performance and service)
Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Supportive place to grow and develop your career
Real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard
Friendly and collaborative environment

Fulltime

New

Preschool Room Leader

Kindergarten in the Wood is a warm, nurturing, and high-quality early years nurs...

Location

United Kingdom , St Johns Wood

Salary:

27000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year

United Synagogue

Expiration Date

April 26, 2026

Requirements

Early Years Level 3 qualification (or above)
Experience leading or mentoring within a nursery room setting
A warm, positive and proactive approach
Strong communication and organisational skills
A clear commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion
Passion for creating an enabling, child‑centred environment

Job Responsibility

Delivering exceptional early years education
Ensuring the toddler room is a vibrant, caring and enriching place for every child
Leading by example
Building strong relationships with families
Thriving as part of a supportive and collaborative team

What we offer

A supportive nursery leadership team
A friendly, inclusive and community‑minded workplace
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth
A setting that places children, families and staff wellbeing at its heart

New

Senior Early Years Educator

Day to day, you will deliver care to the children whilst also supervising your t...

Location

United Kingdom , Newark

Salary:

13.75 GBP / Hour

Storal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A full and relevant Level 3 or above qualification within early years
Proven experience working as an Early Years Educator (Nursery Nurse/Practitioner)
Demonstrable leadership experience (within Early Years)
Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
Excellent communication skills with both children and adults
Reflecting the Storal values around responsibility, openness and working together

Job Responsibility

Deliver care to the children whilst also supervising your team
Identify areas for improvements whether that relates to learning and teaching techniques or, creating more stimulating experiences and environments
Embrace inclusivity to ensure the individual needs of all those within your room are met
Responsible for ensuring all record keeping requirements are regularly completed, as well as conducting your team appraisals
Work in partnership with other Room Leads and management team to ensure the successful running of the nursery

What we offer

Enhanced holidays
Paid sick pay
Extra wellness day off (yearly)
Accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain
Childcare Discount + Funding
Compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more)
Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy
Fertility & menopause support
Gym discount
Free movie tickets and more

Fulltime

Senior Early Years Educator

At Birstall, we pride ourselves on the strong connections we build with our chil...

Location

United Kingdom , Birstall, Leicester

Salary:

13.25 GBP / Hour

Storal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A full and relevant Level 3 or above qualification within early years
Proven experience working as an Early Years Educator (Nursery Nurse/Practitioner)
Demonstrable leadership experience (within Early Years)
Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS
Excellent communication skills with both children and adults
Reflecting the Storal values around responsibility, openness and working together

Job Responsibility

Deliver care to the children whilst also supervising your team
Identify areas for improvements whether that relates to learning and teaching techniques or, creating more stimulating experiences and environments
Embrace inclusivity to ensure the individual needs of all those within your room are met
Responsible for ensuring all record keeping requirements are regularly completed, as well as conducting your team appraisals
Work in partnership with other Room Leads and management team to ensure the successful running of the nursery

What we offer

Enhanced holidays
Paid sick pay
Extra wellness day off (yearly)
Accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain
Childcare Discount + Funding
Compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more)
Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy
Fertility & menopause support
Gym discount
Free movie tickets and more

Fulltime

Deputy Room Leader

Join Our Team as a Nursery Deputy Room Leader! Are you ready to lead with passio...

Location

United Kingdom , York

Salary:

28184.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Previous experience working within an early years setting

Job Responsibility

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

What we offer

£1000 Welcome Bonus
Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours)
31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week)
Birthday off
Access to The National College full of training and courses
Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services
Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses
Long-service awards
1 paid day off per year to volunteer

Fulltime

Nursery Room Manager

As a Room Manager at N Family, you’ll lead an incredible team of expert Educator...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

31346.00 - 34778.00 GBP / Year

N Family Club

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience working with children in an educational setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, or nursery practitioner, nursery nurse, or early years educator)
For Baby Room Managers, you will need previous experience working with children under 2
Experience in leading and coaching a team
A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a commitment to remain compliant
Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly
A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children
A positive, glass-half-full outlook
Bags of drive and motivation with a ‘make it happen’ attitude

Job Responsibility

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team
Lead our ‘learning through play’ ethos and our N Curriculum with care and flair
Be a role model for outstanding care and education, inspiring your team to bring their best every day
Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and Outstandingly Outstanding
Shape the daily routine of your room, ensuring smooth transitions from mealtimes to naptimes to playtimes
Support your team to plan, observe, and deliver high-quality learning experiences tailored to every child
Coach, guide, and motivate your team through regular feedback and professional development
Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and keep them involved in their children’s learning
Embed and role-model our safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing standards across your room

What we offer

Performance bonus – Up to £1,200 annually
Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week for a work-life balance that suits you
Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more)
No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance for style freedom
Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years
Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off
N Coaching & Mentoring – Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes
Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire

Fulltime

Nursery Room Manager

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years...

Location

United Kingdom , Kentish Town, London

Salary:

31346.00 - 34778.00 GBP / Year

N Family Club

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience working with children in an educational setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Third in Charge, or nursery practitioner, nursery nurse, or early years educator)
For Baby Room Managers, you will need previous experience working with children under 2
Experience in leading and coaching a team
A background in leading consistent and exceptional customer service
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and a commitment to remain compliant
Relevant safeguarding/child protection training and be willing to update that training regularly
A genuine passion for education and changing the lives of children
A positive, glass-half-full outlook
Bags of drive and motivation with a ‘make it happen’ attitude

Job Responsibility

Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive as a team
Lead our ‘learning through play’ ethos and our N Curriculum with care and flair
Be a role model for outstanding care and education, inspiring your team to bring their best every day
Champion continuous improvement, keeping practice fresh, creative, and Outstandingly Outstanding
Shape the daily routine of your room, ensuring smooth transitions from mealtimes to naptimes to playtimes
Support your team to plan, observe, and deliver high-quality learning experiences tailored to every child
Coach, guide, and motivate your team through regular feedback and professional development
Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and keep them involved in their children’s learning
Embed and role-model our safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing standards across your room

What we offer

£1,500 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
Performance bonus – Up to £1,200 annually
Flexible working – Choose 4-5 days a week
Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training
No uniforms – £100 clothing allowance
Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years
Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off
N Coaching & Mentoring – Empowering team members with access to 3 ILM-approved coaching programmes

Fulltime

New

Nursery Manager

Join the Kindred Family – Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference. Are you an exper...

Location

United Kingdom , Edmonton

Salary:

40000.00 - 42000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in leading and managing a team within early years
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Outstanding customer service and time management
Full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
Sound knowledge of EYFS and OFSTED guidelines

Job Responsibility

Lead the Deputy Manager, Third in Charge, and Room Leaders to ensure high standards of Early Years care and education
Maintain an organised, safe, and stimulating nursery environment
Keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed across the nursery
Build and maintain a reputation as the nursery of choice for children and staff
Model and monitor best practice in line with regulatory guidelines
Inspire and support your team, overseeing inductions, mentoring, and ongoing development
Ensure the nursery runs efficiently, meets KPIs, budgets, and targets, and is prepared for audits and inspections
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursery
Lead by example, modelling good practice and creating a shared vision
Supervise, support, and allocate tasks to your team

What we offer

50% childcare discount
Birthday Off
6 Fully Paid Sick Days
Cashback Healthcare Plan
Retail Discounts
Recognition & Reward Scheme
24/7 Virtual GP Access
24/7 Counselling Support
Discounted Gym Membership
Personal Financial Advisor Access

Fulltime

Early Years Room Lead

YMCA Dulverton Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Blagdon

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
January 08, 2026

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