Room Leader Level 3

Posting date:	09 March 2026
Salary:	£14 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	08 April 2026
Location:	Northampton
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	RLL3NOR090326-59867

Summary

Room Leader / Supervisor – Early Years Location: Northampton Contract: Permanent | Full-Time Salary: Up to £14 an hour (negotiable)

About the Role

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd is delighted to be supporting a high-quality early years setting in the recruitment of a confident and dedicated Room Leader / Supervisor.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced childcare professional to take a leadership role within a supportive nursery environment. You will lead by example, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, safeguarding, and team performance, while creating a nurturing, stimulating space where children can learn, develop, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Education

• Act as a positive role model to children and colleagues at all times
  
• Implement and maintain daily routines within the room
  
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging educational programmes in line with the EYFS framework
  
• Take responsibility as a Key Person for a group of children, building strong relationships with parents and carers
  
• Prepare age-appropriate activities tailored to children's developmental stages and learning needs
  
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress, identifying concerns and reporting to SENCO or Management Team
  
• Support children's health, welfare, and emotional well-being at all times
  
• Maintain a high-quality learning environment with stimulating displays, safe resources, and a clean, hazard-free setting
  
• Work with SENCO and external agencies to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) where required
  
• Ensure professional handovers with parents and carers at drop-off and collection times
  

  Health & Safety

  • Attend to, record, and report all minor accidents and incidents in line with nursery policies
    
  • Respond appropriately to children who become unwell and ensure accurate documentation
    
  • Carry out regular health and safety checks and risk assessments
    
  • Report damaged equipment or safety concerns immediately to senior staff
    
  • Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times
    

    Leadership & Operational Responsibilities

    • Lead, supervise, and support staff within your room on a daily basis
      
    • Delegate tasks effectively and ensure high standards of practice across the team
      
    • Support opening and closing of the nursery, ensuring security procedures are followed
      
    • Maintain accurate records for children, staff, and visitors
      
    • Ensure children are collected safely and in line with nursery collection policies
      
    • Liaise with the Nursery Manager, SENCO, and external professionals as required
      
    • Support students and apprentices with training and development
      
    • Contribute to achieving and maintaining a minimum "Good" Ofsted rating
      
    • Attend staff meetings, training sessions, parents' evenings, and nursery events
      
    • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
      
    • Support wider nursery operations, including practical and domestic duties when required
      

      Professional Development

      • Reflect on personal practice and identify areas for development
        
      • Engage in ongoing training and professional learning
        
      • Stay up to date with EYFS guidance, safeguarding updates, and nursery policies
        
      • Contribute to continuous improvement across the room and wider setting
        

        What We're Looking For

        • Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (UK recognised – essential)
          
        • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
          
        • Sound knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child development
          
        • Experience working in a supervisory or senior practitioner role (desirable)
          
        • A warm, professional, and confident approach
          
        • Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
          
        • Commitment to continuous professional development
          

          Why Apply Through ACR? At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we take a personal and professional approach to recruitment. We work closely with reputable nurseries to ensure candidates are placed in roles that reflect their experience, leadership potential, and long-term career ambitions.

          Ready to Apply? If you're a passionate early years professional looking to step into a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

          Call ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd on 02476 631028