Room Leader Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Job summary

We’re Hiring: Room Leader – Oaklands Nursery 

Oaklands Nursery is looking for a confident and experienced Room Leader to take ownership of a room and lead a team to deliver consistent, high-quality practice. This role suits someone who is organised, accountable, and comfortable managing both people and standards.

About Us
Oaklands Nursery provides a structured and supportive environment where children are encouraged to develop through clear routines, strong teaching, and positive relationships. We focus on consistency, quality, and teamwork to maintain high standards across the setting.

The Role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of your room, ensuring high standards of care, learning, and safeguarding are maintained at all times.

You will lead your team, manage staff deployment, oversee planning and observations, and ensure children’s development is tracked and supported effectively. You will also build strong relationships with parents, manage room organisation, and ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding requirements.

What We Offer

• Paycare Medical Cover (dental, optical, GP access)
• Gym and fitness discounts
• Retail discounts across 300+ brands
• Recommend a Friend scheme up to £1,500
• Ongoing training and development
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays

If you take ownership, hold your team to account, and are focused on delivering strong outcomes for children, this is a solid step into leadership within a well-run setting.

Job Skills / Qualifications
Level 3 Early Years Qualification (full and relevant), strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, and clear safeguarding awareness. Experience leading a room within a nursery setting and supporting staff performance. Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to plan, monitor, and deliver high-quality practice. Good understanding of child development and the ability to lead by example with a professional and reliable approach.