Room Leader Level 3

Room Leader / Supervisor Early Years Location: Northampton Contract: Permanent Full-Time Salary: Up to £14 an hour (negotiable)

About the Role

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd is delighted to be supporting a high-quality early years setting in the recruitment of a confident and dedicated Room Leader / Supervisor.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced childcare professional to take a leadership role within a supportive nursery environment. You will lead by example, ensuring the highest standards of care, education, safeguarding, and team performance, while creating a nurturing, stimulating space where children can learn, develop, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Education

• Act as a positive role model to children and colleagues at all times
• Implement and maintain daily routines within the room
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging educational programmes in line with the EYFS framework
• Take responsibility as a Key Person for a group of children, building strong relationships with parents and carers
• Prepare age-appropriate activities tailored to children's developmental stages and learning needs
• Observe, assess, and record children's progress, identifying concerns and reporting to SENCO or Management Team
• Support children's health, welfare, and emotional well-being at all times
• Maintain a high-quality learning environment with stimulating displays, safe resources, and a clean, hazard-free setting
• Work with SENCO and external agencies to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) where required
• Ensure professional handovers with parents and carers at drop-off and collection times

Health & Safety

• Attend to, record, and report all minor accidents and incidents in line with nursery policies
• Respond appropriately to children who become unwell and ensure accurate documentation
• Carry out regular health and safety checks and risk assessments
• Report damaged equipment or safety concerns immediately to senior staff
• Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times

Leadership & Operational Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support staff within your room on a daily basis
• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure high standards of practice across the team
• Support opening and closing of the nursery, ensuring security procedures are followed
• Maintain accurate records for children, staff, and visitors
• Ensure children are collected safely and in line with nursery collection policies
• Liaise with the Nursery Manager, SENCO, and external professionals as required
• Support students and apprentices with training and development
• Contribute to achieving and maintaining a minimum "Good" Ofsted rating
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, parents' evenings, and nursery events
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Support wider nursery operations, including practical and domestic duties when required

Professional Development

• Reflect on personal practice and identify areas for development
• Engage in ongoing training and professional learning
• Stay up to date with EYFS guidance, safeguarding updates, and nursery policies
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the room and wider setting

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (UK recognised essential)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Sound knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child development
• Experience working in a supervisory or senior practitioner role (desirable)
• A warm, professional, and confident approach
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Commitment to continuous professional development

Why Apply Through ACR? At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we take a personal and professional approach to recruitment. We work closely with reputable nurseries to ensure candidates are placed in roles that reflect their experience, leadership potential, and long-term career ambitions.

Ready to Apply? If you're a passionate early years professional looking to step into a leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

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