Nursery Room Leader

Randstad · Hartfield, South East

Nursery Room Leader at Randstad, based in Hartfield, South East. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Hartfield, South East
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 hours ago
Closes
22 Nov 2026
Sector
Nursery Practitioner

Reference PR-1538828:SW:C

About the role

Level 3 Nursery Room Leader

Location: Forest Row, East Sussex

Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday

Nursery Room Leader | Forest Row | Permanent

Are you an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for a leadership role in Forest Row? We are seeking a dedicated Room Leader to join a vibrant local nursery team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire room staff to deliver exceptional Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) care.

  • Room Management: Plan and implement age-appropriate activities, manage daily routines, and oversee learning environments.

  • Child Development: Act as a Key Person, monitoring progress, conducting assessments, and maintaining accurate learning journals.

  • Parent Communication: Maintain open, professional relationships with parents and carers regarding child updates.

  • Compliance & Safety: Ensure strict adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory guidelines.

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualifications: CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (required).

  • Experience: Proven experience working in a UK nursery setting, ideally in a senior or supervisory role.

  • Knowledge: Deep understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding standards.

  • Vetting: Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory professional references required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary aligned with local market standards.

  • Set full-time hours (8am-6pm, Mon-Fri) with zero weekend work.

  • Clear pathways for career progression and ongoing training.

  • Supportive management team and excellent working environment in Forest Row.

How to Apply

Contact Hannah Joyner at Randstad today for an immediate phone screen and further details:

  • Email: [email removed]

  • Phone: [phone removed]


experience

Non Teaching


skills

able to build relationships,baby room experience,be a role model,behaviour management skills,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,motivated,nursery assistant experience,nursery nurse experience


qualifications

CACHE level 2 or 3

Reference: PR-1538828:SW:C · Posted 2 hours ago · Closes 22 Nov 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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