Family First Nursery Group
Great Haywood, Staffordshire
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.45 per hour £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stafford, where we care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our pre-school age group, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.45 per hour £750 Welcome Bonus : A warm start to your journey with us About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stafford, where we care for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our pre-school age group, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stafford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Wales / temporary / £14.50 - 15.00 per hour Do you enjoy supporting children and developing children? Do you have a minimum of Level 4/5 Childcare qualification or equivalent? We are looking for a Level 4/5 Childcare Qualified NA / Nursery Assistant to work in a Nursery in the Barry area. The position is full time, working 5 days a week, 8:30 - 16:30, term time only. This is a permanent position for the right candidate. This is a great chance to gain an abundance of experience to add to your CPD and keep everyday exciting. Qualifications At least Level 3 qualified in Childcare 6 months experience working with children A calm, patient and caring persona A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines The successful Nursery Assistant will be paid a minimum of £14.5 per hour. All of our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you feel that this is the role for you click apply or contact Rhian today! All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services. Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Wales / temporary / £14.50 - 15.00 per hour Do you enjoy supporting children and developing children? Do you have a minimum of Level 4/5 Childcare qualification or equivalent? We are looking for a Level 4/5 Childcare Qualified NA / Nursery Assistant to work in a Nursery in the Barry area. The position is full time, working 5 days a week, 8:30 - 16:30, term time only. This is a permanent position for the right candidate. This is a great chance to gain an abundance of experience to add to your CPD and keep everyday exciting. Qualifications At least Level 3 qualified in Childcare 6 months experience working with children A calm, patient and caring persona A good understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines The successful Nursery Assistant will be paid a minimum of £14.5 per hour. All of our supply staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you feel that this is the role for you click apply or contact Rhian today! All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services. Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
The City of Edinburgh Council
Easter Howgate, Midlothian
Early Years Practitioner - Fixed term until 30/4/2027 Stenhouse Primary School Salary: £30,188 - £34,452 (pro rata for part time and sessional) Hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks sessional An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Practitioner to join Stenhouse Primary School Nursery. Stenhouse Nursery Class are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and adaptable team player to join our existing staff team, covering a maternity leave until Spring 2027. We are particularly interested in those with experience in building strong family links, a passion for the outdoors and experience with additional support needs and multi agency working. Working hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Pre employment checks This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out of the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre employment checks being deemed satisfactory. Inclusive workforce We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently under represented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Equality statement Find out more about our commitment to equalities: Behaviour assessment As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to ensure we're recruiting the best people. Part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to discuss flexible working.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Early Years Practitioner - Fixed term until 30/4/2027 Stenhouse Primary School Salary: £30,188 - £34,452 (pro rata for part time and sessional) Hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks sessional An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Practitioner to join Stenhouse Primary School Nursery. Stenhouse Nursery Class are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and adaptable team player to join our existing staff team, covering a maternity leave until Spring 2027. We are particularly interested in those with experience in building strong family links, a passion for the outdoors and experience with additional support needs and multi agency working. Working hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Pre employment checks This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out of the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre employment checks being deemed satisfactory. Inclusive workforce We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently under represented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Equality statement Find out more about our commitment to equalities: Behaviour assessment As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to ensure we're recruiting the best people. Part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to discuss flexible working.
Family First Nursery Group
Asfordby, Leicestershire
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time 40 hours per week - £14.49 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Small People, where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Small People is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Position: Full-Time 40 hours per week - £14.49 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Small People, where we care for children from 3 months to 5 years in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With our spacious garden, forest school sessions, and creative hands-on activities, we provide enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow as part of our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development 3month - 1year old children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children under 2 years old, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. You will assist in the implementation of a key person approach, helping babies form secure attachments and guiding your colleagues in identifying training and development needs. Your role will also involve maintaining high-quality learning journals and records on the EyLog and EyMan systems, ensuring that each child's progress is accurately tracked. Building positive relationships with parents will be essential, inviting them to participate in activities and keeping them informed about their child's development. As a leader, you will model professionalism, consistency, and impartiality, fostering respect among your team, parents, and children. You will also ensure that the statutory requirements of the EYFS framework are met, uphold safety standards, and promote the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors at the nursery. A passion for outdoor learning and a strong understanding of child development will be key to your success in this role. Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Small People is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
CherryLands Nursery Third in Charge 42.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, All year round Salary: £35,360.00 per annum Nestled on the outskirts of Byfleet, CherryLands Nursery offers a warm and nurturing enviroment where children can thrive through active learning and purposeful play. Easily accessible by public transport and with the convenience of an onsite car park, our nursery is surrounded by nature and features a large, spacious garden completed with exciting climbing frames designed to inspire outdoor learning and exploration. We're proud to provide a home from home setting that combines professionalism with genuine care. Creating a place where every child feels secure, valued and ready to grow. We are currently seeking a Third in Charge to join our team. This full-time role requires working 42.5 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year-round position, as the nursery operates throughout the year and is not term-time only. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn upto £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth As Third in Charge / Room Leader, you will: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development. Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality. Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency. Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Third in Charge / Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Cherrylands Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
CherryLands Nursery Third in Charge 42.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, All year round Salary: £35,360.00 per annum Nestled on the outskirts of Byfleet, CherryLands Nursery offers a warm and nurturing enviroment where children can thrive through active learning and purposeful play. Easily accessible by public transport and with the convenience of an onsite car park, our nursery is surrounded by nature and features a large, spacious garden completed with exciting climbing frames designed to inspire outdoor learning and exploration. We're proud to provide a home from home setting that combines professionalism with genuine care. Creating a place where every child feels secure, valued and ready to grow. We are currently seeking a Third in Charge to join our team. This full-time role requires working 42.5 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. The ideal candidate will hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification. Please note, this is a year-round position, as the nursery operates throughout the year and is not term-time only. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn upto £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth As Third in Charge / Room Leader, you will: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development. Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality. Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency. Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Third in Charge / Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Cherrylands Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Jigsaw Pinner Nursery Room Leader Salary £30,500 Per Annum 40 hours per week all year round Monday to Friday. Jigsaw Pinner Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming setting located within the Pinner Free Church, just a short walk from Pinner Memorial Park and the West House & Health Robinson Museum. Its prime location makes it easy to find and access. We are currently seeking a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join our team at Jigsaw Nursery School Pinner. Established in 1994 and recently acquired by Family First Day Nurseries, we are looking for someone passionate about early years education to help us continue delivering excellent care. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and be part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members's Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up-to £750 Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Transport Links As Room Leader, you will: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development. Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality. Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency. Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Ji gsaw Pinner is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Jigsaw Pinner Nursery Room Leader Salary £30,500 Per Annum 40 hours per week all year round Monday to Friday. Jigsaw Pinner Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming setting located within the Pinner Free Church, just a short walk from Pinner Memorial Park and the West House & Health Robinson Museum. Its prime location makes it easy to find and access. We are currently seeking a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to join our team at Jigsaw Nursery School Pinner. Established in 1994 and recently acquired by Family First Day Nurseries, we are looking for someone passionate about early years education to help us continue delivering excellent care. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and be part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members's Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up-to £750 Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Career Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Transport Links As Room Leader, you will: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments, and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development. Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality. Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency. Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Ji gsaw Pinner is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Fordingbridge, Hampshire
Room Leader - The Coach House Day Nursery New Forest National Park Full-Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,120 per annum Step into a truly magical setting where nature meets nurturing. Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, The Coach House Day Nursery offers a warm, inspiring environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With a strong reputation - rated 9.9 on Daynurseries.co.uk and GOOD by Ofsted - we're proud of our child-centred ethos and dedicated team. Why Join Us? We value the passion and professionalism of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation, we offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service - a perfect time to join and be celebrated for your skills! You'll also enjoy a generous benefits package: Annual Leave : 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays Childcare Discount : 75% off nursery fees for team members Health & Wellbeing Support : Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Development : Tailored training and progression opportunities Company Pension Scheme Referral Bonuses for introducing new team members Free Onsite Parking Team Events & Celebrations throughout the year Your Role as Room Leader: Create engaging, age-appropriate experiences that support children's development Lead by example, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment Support staff with high-quality observations and updates on EyLog Champion the key person approach to build secure attachments Maintain accurate records using EyMan and ensure EYFS compliance Safeguard the wellbeing of children, staff, and families at all times What We're Looking For: Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential 1+ Year Experience in Early Years - Essential 6+ Months in a Senior Role - Desirable Strong understanding of EYFS and Ofsted standards Fluent in written and spoken English We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures. The coach house is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Room Leader - The Coach House Day Nursery New Forest National Park Full-Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,120 per annum Step into a truly magical setting where nature meets nurturing. Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, The Coach House Day Nursery offers a warm, inspiring environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With a strong reputation - rated 9.9 on Daynurseries.co.uk and GOOD by Ofsted - we're proud of our child-centred ethos and dedicated team. Why Join Us? We value the passion and professionalism of our Level 3 Practitioners. To show our appreciation, we offer a £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus after just 6 months of service - a perfect time to join and be celebrated for your skills! You'll also enjoy a generous benefits package: Annual Leave : 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays Childcare Discount : 75% off nursery fees for team members Health & Wellbeing Support : Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Development : Tailored training and progression opportunities Company Pension Scheme Referral Bonuses for introducing new team members Free Onsite Parking Team Events & Celebrations throughout the year Your Role as Room Leader: Create engaging, age-appropriate experiences that support children's development Lead by example, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment Support staff with high-quality observations and updates on EyLog Champion the key person approach to build secure attachments Maintain accurate records using EyMan and ensure EYFS compliance Safeguard the wellbeing of children, staff, and families at all times What We're Looking For: Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential 1+ Year Experience in Early Years - Essential 6+ Months in a Senior Role - Desirable Strong understanding of EYFS and Ofsted standards Fluent in written and spoken English We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures. The coach house is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Room Leader - Fordingbridge Day Nursery Salisbury Road Burgate, Fordingbridge SP6 1LX Full-Time, Permanent (40 hrs/week) - Part-Time considered Salary: £30,139 per annum At Fordingbridge Day Nursery, we believe in creating a nurturing, emotionally secure environment where children feel valued, supported, and free to grow at their own pace. Our nursery is grade 2 listed building which features four beautifully designed rooms tailored to children aged 3 months to 5 years, each with direct access to spacious outdoor areas that encourage exploration and play in nature. Why Join Us? We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff. Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus. Key Responsibilities: Lead your room with creativity, warmth, and professionalism Plan and deliver age-appropriate, stimulating activities Support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual development Maintain high-quality observations and records using EyLog and EyMan Champion the key person approach and support staff development Ensure full compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards What We're Looking For Essential: Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: 1+ year experience in Early Years Desirable: 6+ months in a senior/leadership role Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted standards Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English A genuine passion for early childhood education Please note: Duties may evolve to meet the needs of the nursery. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Fordingbridge Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Room Leader - Fordingbridge Day Nursery Salisbury Road Burgate, Fordingbridge SP6 1LX Full-Time, Permanent (40 hrs/week) - Part-Time considered Salary: £30,139 per annum At Fordingbridge Day Nursery, we believe in creating a nurturing, emotionally secure environment where children feel valued, supported, and free to grow at their own pace. Our nursery is grade 2 listed building which features four beautifully designed rooms tailored to children aged 3 months to 5 years, each with direct access to spacious outdoor areas that encourage exploration and play in nature. Why Join Us? We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available and mental health first aid trained staff. Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme Referral Programme: Recommend a friend for a role and if they are successful receive a cash bonus. Key Responsibilities: Lead your room with creativity, warmth, and professionalism Plan and deliver age-appropriate, stimulating activities Support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual development Maintain high-quality observations and records using EyLog and EyMan Champion the key person approach and support staff development Ensure full compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards What We're Looking For Essential: Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: 1+ year experience in Early Years Desirable: 6+ months in a senior/leadership role Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted standards Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English A genuine passion for early childhood education Please note: Duties may evolve to meet the needs of the nursery. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Fordingbridge Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Nursery Manager - Poppies Day Nursery Holmer Green Salary - £40,000 40 hours per week Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2018), Poppies Holmer Green has been providing high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years since 2015. We're looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly team, maintain high standards, and create a welcoming, engaging environment for children to thrive-indoors and outdoors. If you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Poppies Holmer Green part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager - Poppies Day Nursery Holmer Green Salary - £40,000 40 hours per week Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2018), Poppies Holmer Green has been providing high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years since 2015. We're looking for a passionate Nursery Manager to lead our friendly team, maintain high standards, and create a welcoming, engaging environment for children to thrive-indoors and outdoors. If you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Poppies Holmer Green part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager - CherryBrook Nursery Salary - Competitive 40 hours per week Are you a truly dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Manager with a heart for little ones? CherryBrook Nursery is searching for an inspiring leader to join our vibrant team full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week! If you're passionate about nurturing child development, always put children's well-being first, and are fiercely committed to upholding exceptional nursery values and curriculum standards, then we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Quarterly bonus earn an extra £3000 per annum! Annual Leave: Starting at 27 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team member's as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are discretionary and may be subject to change. Key Responsibilities: Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met throughout the nursery. Ensure that company policies and procedures are embedded, applied, and adhered to by all. Facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. Embed effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure that all children receive stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources which are appropriate to their age and stage of development. Promote a culture of self-evaluation and reflective practice throughout the nursery. Manage any complaints or concerns raised in a thorough and timely manner and inform senior management. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file. Participate in all activities related to nursery publications, advertising, public relations, the web site, and other marketing activities designed to promote the nursery. Promote positive relations with an approachable manner and time to listen to your team. Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements: Essential: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification Essential: Over 1 year experience in Early Years Essential: Strong knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements Essential: Over 1 year of management experience Desirable: Level 5 qualification in Childcare and/or Management and Leadership Desirable: Experience of successfully passing an Ofsted inspection at a Good or Outstanding level Take the next step and explore a role that makes a positive impact on children's lives. Apply today and let our friendly recruitment team support you every step of the way. We can't wait to welcome you to the Family First community! We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. CherryBrook Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Nursery: Holly Corner Day Nursery, 104 Shrub End Road, Colchester Salary: £29,265 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! Holly Corner is a charming nursery situated on Shrub End Road in the historic town of Colchester, Essex with easy access to Colchester's amenities, making it a convenient and desirable location for residents and visitors alike. There are great commuter links to Colchester Town Centre, Colchester Train Station and the A12 Motorway. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Childcare Discount: 75% off nursery fees for your little ones Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential employee assistance helpline Career Growth: Personalised learning and development opportunities Refer a Friend: Earn up to £750 with our referral scheme Room Leader duties and responsibilities: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children, that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Holly Corner Kindergarten is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon Room Leader Full Time 40 hours per week Salary: £29,244 per annum Are you an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready for your next challenge? Or perhaps you're already a Room Leader looking for a fresh opportunity? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Just Imagine Day Nursery we're on the lookout for a dedicated and enthusiastic Room Leader to join our team working in the baby room. If you are looking for a workplace with a family feel, somewhere your inner child is encouraged and imagination is utilised, where you're as important as an individual as you are a team player, we want to welcome you! Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Employee discount / Childcare: 75% off nursery fees for our team members. Company Pension Scheme On-Site Parking / Free Parking Room Leader duties: Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor at all times. Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Room Leader will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year' experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Just Imagine Day Nursery Maldon is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Pre School. 16 Myrtle Avenue, Eastcote, HA4 8RZ 40 hours per week Salary - £30,929.60 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is situated on a peaceful, residential street, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With convenient on-street parking available directly outside, our nursery is easily accessible for both staff and parents. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a passionate Room Leader / Early Years Room Leader to join the team at our Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Pre School. 16 Myrtle Avenue, Eastcote, HA4 8RZ 40 hours per week Salary - £30,929.60 per annum Level 3 Childcare Qualification is essential The Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery & Forest School is situated on a peaceful, residential street, conveniently located between Ruislip Manor and Eastcote Train Stations. With convenient on-street parking available directly outside, our nursery is easily accessible for both staff and parents. Why Join Us? As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: £1000 welcome bonus for all level 3 practitioners Annual Leave: 24 days to start, plus bank holidays and your birthday off - paid! Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members as well as access to wider discount. Health & wellbeing programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Personal & Professional Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Company Pension Scheme As a Room Leader with Family first you will be responsible for: Create engaging, age-appropriate learning environments and experiences. Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Help staff maintain high-quality learning journals via EyLog. Lead by example with fairness and consistency. Strengthen the key person approach and identify staff training needs. Keep accurate records using EyMan and other systems. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and visitors. Comply with EYFS statutory requirements. As a Room Leader, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential. Over 1 years' experience working in Early Years - Essential. Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable. Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable. Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential. Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you'll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day. Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Rosewood Montessori Day Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Acre Wood Day Nursery Room Leader Full Time up to 40 Hours Per Week Hourly: £14.20 per hour Are you an experienced Room Leader who's looking for a change? Come and join us at Acre Wood Nursery. We are seeking a passionate Room Leader to join us in leading our team in delivering our ethos and curriculum to our children and families. Our nursery is open from 7:00am - 18:15pm and we would require you to be able to work varied shift patterns between those times. Room Leader duties and responsibilities : Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences, environments and resources to children that are appropriate to their age and stage of development Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development Assist staff in updating the EyLog system and their child learning journals with the highest quality Promote respect and credibility for this position by leading as a role model with impartiality and consistency Assist with embedding an effective key person approach to enable children to form secure attachments and identify training or development needs for staff. Maintain accurate records and accounts relating to children and staff on EyMan system and on file Ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child, staff, parent and visitor always Understand and ensure that the requirements of the statutory framework for the EYFS are met Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. Requirements Room Leader requirement and skills: Full and relevant Level 3 in Childcare qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Over 6 months' experience working in a senior position - Desirable Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoken English - Essential Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Acrewood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Wellesbourne, Warwickshire
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Monday - Friday - Full-Time - 40 hours per week Hourly rate: £14.20 per hour About Us: Join our warm and welcoming team at Footsteps Nursery Stratford, where we care for children in a nurturing, nature-inspired environment. With a spacious garden, forest school sessions, and hands-on activities, we create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and support every stage of development. We value our staff too, offering free lunches, a supportive atmosphere, and opportunities to grow within our dedicated team. Role Overview: As a Room Leader at our nursery, you will be responsible for overseeing the care and development of our children, working closely with a team of skilled practitioners. You will create a nurturing and safe environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Support a key person approach, fostering secure attachments and monitoring children's progress through high-quality records (EyLog/EyMan) Guide and support colleagues' development while maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment Build strong partnerships with parents, encouraging engagement and sharing children's development Lead by example with professionalism, consistency, and respect across the nursery Ensure EYFS compliance, safeguarding, and high standards of health, safety, and welfare Promote outdoor learning and apply a strong understanding of child development in practice Requirements Essential Qualifications & Skills: Full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Childcare (Essential) Previous experience working with pre-school A passion for the outdoors and outdoor learning, with an enthusiasm for forest school activities Strong understanding of child development and the ability to provide purposeful learning experiences Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in working with parents and colleagues Knowledge of and commitment to safeguarding and child protection Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Stratford is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Family First Nursery Group
Burton-on-trent, Staffordshire
Nursery Room Leader Full time - Permanent Monday - Friday 40 hours per week - £14.06 per hour It would suit a candidate who could drive- due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, this setting boasts large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather. Our nursery is a converted barn building which is set in a beautiful rural location; where children from birth to 5 years can explore, learn, and develop through the many activities and resources available to promote learning through play. We love the great outdoors, and our nursery features open spaces for our children, they also experience outdoor learning in our bespoke forest school facility. The aim of the nursery is to provide a happy, home to home environment for all children in their care with emphasis on individual attention and learning through play. Their philosophy is that a child should be happy, safe and healthy in a stimulating and educational environment. The nursery works in partnership with all parents to provide a service that will reach their needs. This position would suit an experienced Room Lead or experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged between 0 - 5 years and is looking for an exciting career opportunity. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoke to English - Essential Requirements Your Role as a Room Leader: As a valued member of our team, you'll: Lead the care and development of children aged 3 months to 1 year. Create a safe, nurturing environment and support secure attachments. Guide and support team members, identifying training needs. Use EyLog/EyMan to track progress and maintain accurate records. Build strong relationships with parents and keep them informed. Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards. Promote outdoor learning and overall child development. Model professionalism and foster a respectful team culture. Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
Nursery Room Leader Full time - Permanent Monday - Friday 40 hours per week - £14.06 per hour It would suit a candidate who could drive- due to the location of the nursery. This converted barn building is set in a beautiful rural location surrounded by fields, this setting boasts large outdoor play environments suitable for all weather. Our nursery is a converted barn building which is set in a beautiful rural location; where children from birth to 5 years can explore, learn, and develop through the many activities and resources available to promote learning through play. We love the great outdoors, and our nursery features open spaces for our children, they also experience outdoor learning in our bespoke forest school facility. The aim of the nursery is to provide a happy, home to home environment for all children in their care with emphasis on individual attention and learning through play. Their philosophy is that a child should be happy, safe and healthy in a stimulating and educational environment. The nursery works in partnership with all parents to provide a service that will reach their needs. This position would suit an experienced Room Lead or experienced Nursery Practitioner who has previously worked in a similar environment caring for children aged between 0 - 5 years and is looking for an exciting career opportunity. Essential Criteria - Qualifications/Experience: Full and relevant Level 3 Childcare Qualification - Essential Over 1 year's experience working in Early Years - Essential Sound knowledge of Ofsted expectations to achieve a Good or Outstanding rating - Desirable Knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - Essential Fluent in written and spoke to English - Essential Requirements Your Role as a Room Leader: As a valued member of our team, you'll: Lead the care and development of children aged 3 months to 1 year. Create a safe, nurturing environment and support secure attachments. Guide and support team members, identifying training needs. Use EyLog/EyMan to track progress and maintain accurate records. Build strong relationships with parents and keep them informed. Ensure compliance with EYFS and safeguarding standards. Promote outdoor learning and overall child development. Model professionalism and foster a respectful team culture. Benefits Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual leave: 24 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and an extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discount: 75% off nursery fees for team members Wellbeing support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme helpline Learning and development: Tailored training and development opportunities to support your career growth Pension: Company pension scheme Employee discounts: Access to Perkaboo employee discounts Mentoring: Employee mentoring programme Health and wellbeing: Dedicated health and wellbeing support Refer a Friend scheme: Earn up to £750 through our referral programme We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Footsteps Nursery Fradley is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.