Deputy Room Leader

Deputy Room Leader – Pre-School Room – Up to £34,000

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Room Leader to join our client’s family-run day nursery set in a leafy residential area. It is set in a beautiful Edwardian house with extensive gardens, the nursery cares for children aged 3 months to 5 years in well-equipped, organised rooms. This position will be based within the Pre‑School (3–5 years) room, supporting the Room Leader in maintaining standards and daily operations.

• This role requires a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification
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• You must have recent experience working within a Pre‑School or 3–5 years setting
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• Applicants must be confident supporting room leadership and maintaining EYFS standards.

• Salary:
  Up to £34,000 depending on experience
• 40 hours per week
• Shift pattern: 7:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–6:00pm
• Full‑time, permanent contract
• Pre‑School room (3–5 years)

• Large outdoor space integrated into daily learning
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Stable rota with consistent full‑time hours

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of the EYFS framework
• Previous experience working within a Pre‑School or 3–5 years setting
• Experience supporting or deputising for a Room Leader
• Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

• Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience supporting inspections or quality improvement initiatives
• SEN experience or additional early years training

• Support the Room Leader in the day‑to‑day running of the Pre‑School room
• Lead planned EYFS activities and oversee continuous provision
• Act as key person, ensuring accurate observations and assessments
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and health and safety
• Support staff practice and contribute to room planning meetings
• Assist with inspection preparation and quality improvement initiatives

Applications for the Deputy Room Leader role will be reviewed against the essential criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview and a nursery tour.

Reference: WILL
208866/JJ

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