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Room Leader for an Independent nursery

Ref: OLRL Kingswood, Bristol, UK Permanent Room Leader
No Qualifications
£28,517 per annum (experience dependent)
Posted: 19 May 2026 Closing: 19 May 2028

Job description

We are a recruiting for a family run business that has 2 nurseries & preschools in the Bristol area, they take children from 6 months to school age.

They are passionate about helping children get off to the best start in life.

The Role 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly person to join the Under 2's , on a FULL TIME basis. The candidate will hold a Level 3 NVQ or above qualification. Ideally have previous experience of working in Early Years in the same or similar role and experience of being in a supervisory role. The role will include:

  • A high standard of care and education for all children
  • Supporting other team members within this area and wider nursery
  • Working as part of a team

The role is a Room Lead, supporting in the Under 2's area and would suit a practitioner with experience in a similar role.

You will be passionate about childcare, enjoy making a difference to young people lives and believe that childcare is not just a job.

We believe that every member of our team contributes to the care and education of our children and how we support our families.

You will be supported by a strong administration team including SENCO, HR coordinator,and Forest School Lead. As part of the team you will be supported by the Nursery Manager and Deputy. 

They recognise that Continual Professional Development is key to sustaining a well skilled and dynamic team.

As a setting they understand that at different times in your career journey we all need a little flexible working. they recognises the significance of a Work – Life balance.

Hours/Days

Days between Monday and Friday with a minimum of 4 days per week (working days to be discussed). Hours either 07:30am-17:30pm OR 08:00-18:00pm on a monthly shift rotation.

Staff Benefits:

  • Joining a busy and friendly staff team where your contribution is recognised with every day being different
  • Six weeks holiday pay including Bank holidays.
  • Paid overtime and travel should you visit our Keynsham nursery.
  • Staff uniform / training / DBS.
  • Pleasant Staff facilities
  • 30 % staff discount when child attends either setting
  • Time Off in Lieu for out of hours training. (TOIL can be banked)
  • Pension scheme
  • Team building and social events throughout the year
  • Nursery closed between Christmas and New year and all Bank Holidays
  • Annual pay reviews
  • A rewarding career where you know you are educating our youngest children – our future.
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