Nursery Room Leader (Third in Charge Responsibilities)
| Posting date: | 08 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,414 to £28,104 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 May 2025 |
| Location: | ST5 1DB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Newcastle-Under-Lyme School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
As one of the leading Independent Schools in the country, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive and caring environment for pupils. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced, and passionate Room Leader to take charge of our 2-Year-Olds Room and support the Nursery as the Third-in-Charge. As a key member of the Nursery leadership team, you will oversee the development, care, and education of our younger children, while also playing a pivotal role in supporting the Nursery Manager and Deputy in the overall running of the Nursery. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving educational environment within a highly successful 2-18 academic independent school.
You will be responsible for managing a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring that the children in your care receive the highest standard of early years education, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Additionally, as Third-in-Charge, you will help drive strategic decisions, uphold the nursery’s policies and ethos, and provide support where needed across the setting.
To be successful, you will need to be qualified to an appropriate and recognised level 3 in Early Years and Childcare (this does not include Health and Social Care) with some experience of working with 2-4 year olds, and be looking for an opportunity to get fully involved with the life of this busy school.
All year contract (50 weeks)
Annual leave: 20 days with an additional 5 days that must be taken over the Christmas period, plus public holidays
Hours: 40 hrs per week between 07.30 and 18.00 hours
Salary: £27,414 - £28,104 (depending on experience)
Benefits of working at NULS:
Competitive salaries
25 days holiday
Complimentary lunch
Access to extensive professional development opportunities
Training grants for professional qualifications
Pension Scheme
Discounted nursery/school fees for staff
On-site parking
Deadline for Applications – Friday 23 May, 12noon
Applications to be sent to: jhargreaves@nuls.org.uk. Application forms and details are available on the school website at https://www.nuls.org.uk/vacancies
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered charity no. 1124463.
Key Responsibilities:
NULS has a team of Early Years Practitioners within its Little NULS Nursery. Together, this team are part of the Foundation Stage along with Reception which provides a high standard of care and education to children aged 2-5 years.
The will:
Key Responsibilities:
Room Leadership & Team Management (2-3Year-Olds):
• Lead the 2-Year-Olds Room, ensuring a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children.
• Motivate, supervise, and support a team of nursery practitioners in your room to deliver high standards of care and education.
• Plan and implement engaging, child-centred learning opportunities that are appropriate for the developmental needs of 2-3year-olds, using the EYFS framework.
• Ensure that all daily routines and activities run smoothly and efficiently, with a focus on developing the children’s social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of children’s development, keeping detailed records to monitor progress and plan next steps.
• Be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, etc.
• Have knowledge of planning in the moment and experience of application in a setting.
Third-in-Charge Responsibilities:
• Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in the overall leadership and management of the Nursery, ensuring high-quality practice across all age groups.
• Step in as the acting Nursery Manager or Deputy in their absence, overseeing the daily operations, staff management, and the wellbeing of children.
• Assist in strategic decision-making regarding staff training, nursery improvements, and the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Ensure that the nursery meets and exceeds ISI requirements and other regulatory standards.
• Help maintain an organised and positive working environment where staff feel supported and motivated.
Safeguarding & Welfare:
• Take responsibility for the safety and welfare of children in your room, ensuring adherence to safeguarding protocols and child protection procedures.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and emotional well-being through structured play, individual attention, and appropriate interventions.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment is maintained at all times.
Communication & Relationships:
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, ensuring regular communication with parents about their child’s progress, needs, and any concerns.
• Provide regular feedback to parents and caregivers through daily updates, meetings, and written reports.
• Work closely with other departments within the school to ensure continuity of care and development for the children.
• Collaborate with the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager and Senior Early Years Practitioners to ensure consistent delivery of the nursery's mission and values.
You will be responsible for managing a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring that the children in your care receive the highest standard of early years education, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Additionally, as Third-in-Charge, you will help drive strategic decisions, uphold the nursery’s policies and ethos, and provide support where needed across the setting.
To be successful, you will need to be qualified to an appropriate and recognised level 3 in Early Years and Childcare (this does not include Health and Social Care) with some experience of working with 2-4 year olds, and be looking for an opportunity to get fully involved with the life of this busy school.
All year contract (50 weeks)
Annual leave: 20 days with an additional 5 days that must be taken over the Christmas period, plus public holidays
Hours: 40 hrs per week between 07.30 and 18.00 hours
Salary: £27,414 - £28,104 (depending on experience)
Benefits of working at NULS:
Competitive salaries
25 days holiday
Complimentary lunch
Access to extensive professional development opportunities
Training grants for professional qualifications
Pension Scheme
Discounted nursery/school fees for staff
On-site parking
Deadline for Applications – Friday 23 May, 12noon
Applications to be sent to: jhargreaves@nuls.org.uk. Application forms and details are available on the school website at https://www.nuls.org.uk/vacancies
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered charity no. 1124463.
Key Responsibilities:
NULS has a team of Early Years Practitioners within its Little NULS Nursery. Together, this team are part of the Foundation Stage along with Reception which provides a high standard of care and education to children aged 2-5 years.
The will:
Key Responsibilities:
Room Leadership & Team Management (2-3Year-Olds):
• Lead the 2-Year-Olds Room, ensuring a nurturing, stimulating, and safe environment for children.
• Motivate, supervise, and support a team of nursery practitioners in your room to deliver high standards of care and education.
• Plan and implement engaging, child-centred learning opportunities that are appropriate for the developmental needs of 2-3year-olds, using the EYFS framework.
• Ensure that all daily routines and activities run smoothly and efficiently, with a focus on developing the children’s social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
• Conduct regular observations and assessments of children’s development, keeping detailed records to monitor progress and plan next steps.
• Be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, staff meetings, etc.
• Have knowledge of planning in the moment and experience of application in a setting.
Third-in-Charge Responsibilities:
• Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in the overall leadership and management of the Nursery, ensuring high-quality practice across all age groups.
• Step in as the acting Nursery Manager or Deputy in their absence, overseeing the daily operations, staff management, and the wellbeing of children.
• Assist in strategic decision-making regarding staff training, nursery improvements, and the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Ensure that the nursery meets and exceeds ISI requirements and other regulatory standards.
• Help maintain an organised and positive working environment where staff feel supported and motivated.
Safeguarding & Welfare:
• Take responsibility for the safety and welfare of children in your room, ensuring adherence to safeguarding protocols and child protection procedures.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and emotional well-being through structured play, individual attention, and appropriate interventions.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment is maintained at all times.
Communication & Relationships:
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, ensuring regular communication with parents about their child’s progress, needs, and any concerns.
• Provide regular feedback to parents and caregivers through daily updates, meetings, and written reports.
• Work closely with other departments within the school to ensure continuity of care and development for the children.
• Collaborate with the Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager and Senior Early Years Practitioners to ensure consistent delivery of the nursery's mission and values.