L3 Nursery Room Leader
| Posting date: | 18 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,208 to £29,120 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 June 2026 |
| Location: | Chester, Cheshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Supply Star Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BSC |
Summary
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Nursery Room Leader to join an Ofsted 'GOOD' Provider, friendly early years team in Chester. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
Hours of work: Full time, Monday -Friday
About the Role
As a Nursery Room Leader, you will take responsibility for leading a nursery room, supporting staff, and ensuring high standards of care and education for children aged. You will work closely with the management team to create engaging learning experiences that promote every child’s development and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
> Lead and manage the daily running of the nursery room
> Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
> Support children’s emotional, social, and educational development
> Build positive relationships with parents and carers
> Supervise and support nursery practitioners within the room
> Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
> Observe, assess, and record children’s progress
> Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are always met
Requirements:
Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (or above)
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Qualification (desirable)
English GCSE grade C/4+ (if qualified after Sept 2014)
Previous experience working in a nursery setting
Experience leading or supervising a team is desirable
Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A warm, positive, and proactive attitude
What the Company Offer:
Competitive salary
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunities for career progression
Pension scheme
Staff wellbeing support
Holiday entitlement
Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and adults. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two satisfactory references.
You must have a clear enhanced DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost of £63.
At Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment, we look forward to hearing from you amazing professionals!
Hours of work: Full time, Monday -Friday
About the Role
As a Nursery Room Leader, you will take responsibility for leading a nursery room, supporting staff, and ensuring high standards of care and education for children aged. You will work closely with the management team to create engaging learning experiences that promote every child’s development and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
> Lead and manage the daily running of the nursery room
> Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
> Support children’s emotional, social, and educational development
> Build positive relationships with parents and carers
> Supervise and support nursery practitioners within the room
> Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
> Observe, assess, and record children’s progress
> Ensure safeguarding and welfare requirements are always met
Requirements:
Level 3 qualification in Early Years Childcare (or above)
Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Qualification (desirable)
English GCSE grade C/4+ (if qualified after Sept 2014)
Previous experience working in a nursery setting
Experience leading or supervising a team is desirable
Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A warm, positive, and proactive attitude
What the Company Offer:
Competitive salary
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunities for career progression
Pension scheme
Staff wellbeing support
Holiday entitlement
Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and adults. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two satisfactory references.
You must have a clear enhanced DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost of £63.
At Supply Star Little Learners Recruitment, we look forward to hearing from you amazing professionals!