Nursery Room Leader

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Nursery Practitioner / Room Leader - Early Years Setting

Salary: Competitive monthly salary (dependent on experience)
Start Date: 23rd March 2026
Location: Upton (Wirral)
Salary: £92 - £100 per day
Contract: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

We are recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner / Room Leader to join a well-established early years setting in the Upton area from 23rd March 2026. This is a full-time position with strong potential to secure a permanent contract for the right candidate.

This role is ideal for an experienced early years professional who enjoys supporting young children's development while taking on additional responsibility within a nursery room environment.

The role

As a Nursery Practitioner / Room Leader, you will support the delivery of high-quality early years provision in line with the EYFS framework. You will help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can explore, develop socially and emotionally, and build early learning foundations. As a Room Leader, you will also provide guidance to colleagues within your designated room and ensure high standards of care and educational provision are consistently maintained.

Responsibilities

Delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
Supporting children's social, emotional and early academic development
Monitoring progress and contributing to observations and assessments
Maintaining a safe, organised and stimulating learning environment
Supporting daily routines, care and safeguarding procedures
Working collaboratively with colleagues and families
Leading or supporting room-based planning and organisation (Room Leader level)

The ideal candidate

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (or equivalent) - essential
Experience working within a nursery or early years setting
Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
Warm, patient and nurturing approach
Confident supporting children's development and wellbeing
For Room Leader level: ability to support and guide other staff
Good understanding of safeguarding procedures

What's on offer

Competitive salary depending on experience
Full-time, stable position
Supportive and welcoming nursery environment
Opportunity to develop professionally within early years leadership

Safeguarding

All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and full safeguarding procedures.

How to apply

If you're an experienced Nursery Practitioner or Room Leader looking for a rewarding full-time role in Upton starting March 2026, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your updated CV and a member of the team will be in touch.

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