Room Leader – Early Years Setting
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £15.54 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 March 2026 |
| Location: | Darlington DL1 1RW |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Little Lingfields Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our friendly and supportive early years team on a maternity cover basis, starting June/July 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident practitioner who enjoys leading a room, inspiring others, and providing high-quality care and education for young children.
About the Role:
• Lead and inspire a room team to deliver outstanding practice
• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS
• Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance
• Support and mentor practitioners within the room
What We’re Looking For:
• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or above)
• Previous experience as a Room Leader or a strong practitioner ready to step up
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS and child development
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A caring, enthusiastic, and professional approach
What We Offer:
• Competitive pay at £15.54 per hour
• A welcoming, supportive team environment
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills
• Well-resourced setting with a strong focus on children’s wellbeing
If you are passionate about early years education and looking for your next leadership role, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: Please get in touch with your CV and a short covering message.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident practitioner who enjoys leading a room, inspiring others, and providing high-quality care and education for young children.
About the Role:
• Lead and inspire a room team to deliver outstanding practice
• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS
• Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance
• Support and mentor practitioners within the room
What We’re Looking For:
• Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or above)
• Previous experience as a Room Leader or a strong practitioner ready to step up
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS and child development
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A caring, enthusiastic, and professional approach
What We Offer:
• Competitive pay at £15.54 per hour
• A welcoming, supportive team environment
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills
• Well-resourced setting with a strong focus on children’s wellbeing
If you are passionate about early years education and looking for your next leadership role, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: Please get in touch with your CV and a short covering message.