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Nursery Room Leader

Job details
Posting date: 06 February 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 March 2026
Location: Taunton
Company: Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 1459962906

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Summary

Nursery Room Leader (Level 3) – £28,000



Leading a room in this nursery means balancing hands-on practice with clear responsibility for quality and consistency. The Nursery Room Leader oversees daily delivery of the EYFS, supports colleagues in the room, and helps shape meaningful learning experiences across a purpose-built setting. The nursery is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and benefits from experienced leadership.



Before You Apply



  • This role requires recent experience as a Room Leader or senior practitioner within an EYFS nursery.

  • Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.

  • This position is not suitable for candidates without experience leading practice within a nursery room.



Key Job Details



  • Salary: £28,000 per annum

  • Hours: 40 hours per week

  • Contract: Permanent

  • Ofsted rating: Good



Why This Role Is Worth Considering



  • Purpose-built nursery with spacious playrooms and three large outdoor gardens

  • Sensory room supporting inclusive and varied learning experiences

  • Calm, home-from-home environment with clear routines and expectations

  • Experienced staff team including a dedicated SENCO and Forest School leader

  • Christmas closure providing guaranteed time off

  • Benefits include discounted childcare, wellbeing programme, training and development, pension scheme, and access to a benefits portal



What You’ll Need



  • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

  • Recent experience as a Nursery Room Leader or senior practitioner

  • Strong working knowledge of the EYFS

  • Confidence leading practice and supporting staff within a room

  • Ability to maintain quality, consistency, and compliance in a busy setting



What You’ll Do



  • Lead the day-to-day running of your assigned room

  • Plan, deliver, and review EYFS activities aligned to children’s interests

  • Support and guide practitioners working within your room

  • Monitor observations, assessments, and record keeping

  • Maintain safeguarding, health, and safety standards

  • Work collaboratively with senior staff and specialist colleagues to ensure consistent practice



What Happens After You Apply


Applications are reviewed against the essential criteria. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the role and next steps.



If you’d like to discuss this role further or explore other options, we have available, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.



Recruiter: Jahmane Johnson


Phone: 01183800722



Reference: WILL205461/JJ

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