Nursery - Room Leader

Senior Practitioner – Early Years Location: Kidderminster Salary: Up to £13.30 per hour Job Type: Full-time | Permanent / Contract Reed is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established early years setting for a Senior Practitioner to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional to take a leadership role within a supportive and nurturing environment. About the Role As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a key role in the daily running of your designated room, working alongside the Room Leader to ensure outstanding care, safety, and learning experiences for children. You will support and guide a team of practitioners, helping to create a warm, inclusive, and stimulating environment aligned with EYFS and Ofsted requirements. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Support • Lead, motivate, and support the room team to deliver high-quality care • Organise daily routines, staff deployment, and breaks to maintain ratios • Coach and mentor less experienced team members • Support staff inductions, supervisions, and appraisals • Promote strong teamwork and effective communication Children’s Care & Development • Deliver high-quality care in line with the EYFS framework • Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities • Oversee observations, assessments, and learning journals • Support inclusive practice, including children with SEND • Build secure, positive relationships to support wellbeing and independence Safeguarding & Health & Safety • Take responsibility for safeguarding within the room • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene procedures • Maintain a safe and organised learning environment • Record and report accidents and incidents accurately Parent & Carer Partnerships • Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers • Provide regular updates on children’s progress and wellbeing • Support transitions, settling-in sessions, and parent meetings • Deliver excellent customer service at all times Administration & Compliance • Support planning, documentation, and staff rota organisation • Contribute to Ofsted readiness and self-evaluation • Maintain accurate records, registers, and daily logs • Adhere to all policies and statutory requirements About You Essential: • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) • Experience within an early years setting • Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards Desirable: • Experience in a senior or key person role • Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, and Food Hygiene certifications Personal Qualities • Warm, approachable, and passionate about childcare • Strong organisational and communication skills • Confident leader who inspires others • Proactive, flexible, and calm under pressure Benefits • Additional annual leave • Company pension scheme • Employee discount • Childcare support • Health & wellbeing programme • Free on-site parking • Company events If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career and make a real impact, apply today with Reed to learn more about this exciting opportunity.