Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference RL25_
Closing date October 17, 2025
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
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About This Job
Full-Time Room Leader - Baby Room or Pre-School | East Keswick (LS17) Location: East Keswick, LS17 Position: Room Leader (Baby Room or Pre-School) Hours: Full Time, Permanent Start Date: ASAP
I'm recruiting on behalf of a large, purpose-built day nursery in East Keswick (LS17), who are looking to welcome a confident and experienced Room Leader to their growing team.
This well-established nursery offers fantastic facilities, large, well-resourced rooms, and a strong focus on high-quality early years education. There's scope for the right candidate to lead either in the Baby Room or the Pre-School, which has been specially designed to prepare children for their transition to school.
The setting is perfect for an ambitious Early Years professional looking to grow into senior nursery leadership or management roles, with ongoing training and development available.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Leading a team in either the Baby Room or Pre-School
* Delivering the EYFS curriculum through fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities
* Supporting, mentoring, and motivating room staff
* Ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for all children
* Communicating effectively with parents and senior management
* Supporting with rota, planning, assessments and safeguarding
What We're Looking For
* Level 3 or higher qualification in Early Years or Childcare
* Previous experience as a Room Leader or a Senior Practitioner ready to step up
* Excellent knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child development
* Strong leadership, communication and teamworking skills
* A genuine passion for childcare and early education
What's On Offer
* Large, purpose-built nursery with big rooms and fantastic outdoor spaces
* Well-structured Pre-School room focused on school readiness
* Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership
* Opportunities to progress into management and leadership roles
* Ongoing training and qualifications provided
* 50% staff childcare discount
* Staff referral bonus scheme
* A friendly, inclusive, and career-focused team environment
If you're ready to take the next step in your early years career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you
Application Requirements For Veritas Education
* All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
* You must have legal right to work in the UK
* You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'