Nursery Room Leader

Nursery Room Leader / Third in Charge • Location: Forest Row, East Sussex • Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience) • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent • Hours: Monday - Friday Are you an experienced Early Years Practitioner ready to step into leadership?We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and qualified Nursery Room Leader / Third in Charge to join the senior team at our beautiful, highly-regarded nursery in Forest Row. This role is the perfect stepping stone for a Senior Practitioner or Room Leader looking to develop their management skills. You will enjoy the best of both worlds: leading a thriving room of your own while stepping up to support the wider nursery operations in the absence of the Manager and Deputy. Key Responsibilities • Lead & Mentor: Oversee your designated room, mentor junior staff, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, creative EYFS activities. • Step Up to Lead: Act as the Third in Charge, assisting with daily operations, compliance, opening/closing duties, and taking charge of the nursery when required. • Parent Partnerships: Foster strong, collaborative, and trusting relationships with parents and carers. • Safety First: Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory compliance. What We Need From You (Requirements) • Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (NNEB, CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent). • Experience: Proven experience working as a Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, or Nursery Nurse looking to step up. • Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS curriculum, child development, and safeguarding procedures. • Leadership: Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a small team. What We Offer • Competitive Pay: £30,000 - £32,000 per year with annual salary reviews. • Career Progression: Direct pathways to Deputy Manager and Manager roles with paid training. • Work-Life Balance: Structured Monday to Friday hours with no weekend work. How to ApplyIf you are ready to elevate your career in early years education, we want to hear from you today! • Email your CV directly to: • Or call Hannah for an informal, confidential chat: