Deputy Room Leader

Deputy Room Leader – Early Years | Up to £31,000 | Level 3 Qualified

If you’re ready to take the next step in your Early Years career, this Deputy Room Leader role offers the perfect blend of leadership, creativity, and hands‑on childcare. You’ll join a welcoming nursery team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work directly shapes children’s confidence, curiosity, and love of learning.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong Level 3 nursery practitioner who thrives in a busy, nurturing environment and wants to grow into a positive, motivating leader.

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).
• Experience in a nursery or early years education setting.
• Confident understanding of safeguarding, EYFS, and inclusive practice.
• Enthusiasm for supporting children’s learning through play.
• Warm communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• A proactive, reliable, and positive approach to day‑to‑day routines.

• Free DBS check
• Annual leave that increases with service
• Training and professional development to help you grow
• Pension scheme for peace of mind about the future

• Supporting the Room Leader in the daily running of a busy Early Years room.
• Acting as a role model for best practice in childcare, safeguarding, and play‑based learning.
• Leading activities that boost children’s development across EYFS areas.
• Building warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Ensuring the room environment is engaging, inclusive, and well organised.
• Coaching team members and offering guidance where needed.
• Maintaining accurate records, observations, and reports.
• Helping create a safe, nurturing space where every child can thrive.

Reference: WILL
212899/JG

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