Nursery Room Leader

Job Description

Room Leader - Nursery Role Early Years Jobs Cheltenham Reed Education Cheltenham

Start Date: ASAP / July 2026

Reed Education Cheltenham is delighted to be recruiting for a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join a friendly, high-quality nursery setting in Cheltenham town centre.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Early Years professional looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive nursery environment, delivering outstanding care and education to young children.

Role Overview - Nursery Room Leader Cheltenham

As a Room Leader within this nursery setting, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your room, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and develop.

You will lead a small team of practitioners, supporting them to deliver high-quality provision in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a designated room within the nursery
  • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with EYFS
  • Ensure a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for all children
  • Act as a key person, building strong bonds with children and families
  • Monitor, track, and record children's development and progress
  • Support, motivate, and guide nursery staff within your room
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene, safeguarding, and health & safety
  • Work collaboratively with senior staff and parents/carers

What We're Looking For

  • Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (essential)
  • Experience working within a nursery setting
  • Previous experience as a Room Leader or ready to step up
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development
  • A nurturing, enthusiastic, and proactive approach
  • Ability to lead and support a small team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Supportive nursery team and positive working environment
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Clear career progression opportunities into Deputy Manager roles
  • Opportunity to join a well-established nursery in Cheltenham

Apply - Nursery Room Leader Jobs Cheltenham

If you are a passionate Early Years professional looking for a Room Leader role within a nursery in Cheltenham, we would love to hear from you.

Job Ref:

3127303936