Early Years Room Leader
Position at New Hall School, located at The Avenue, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HS. This is a permanent, full‑time role with a starting salary of £29,876 annually. The position is due to start in April 2026 and is available for one person. Interviews will be on a rolling basis.
Position Details
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Contract Term: Full‑Time
* Salary: £29,876.00 annually (Actual)
* Closing date: Midday, Fri 3rd Apr 2026
* Start Date: April 2026 onwards
* Positions available: 1
* Interview dates: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis
About This Role
We are seeking to appoint an experienced, committed and highly motivated Early Years Room Leader to join our Nursery team. This is a key role within the Nursery, supporting the Nursery Manager in the effective day‑to‑day management of the setting and taking responsibility for the leadership, organisation and development of a designated room.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, organise and take responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of a designated nursery room.
* Deliver high‑quality early‑years education and care in line with the EYFS statutory framework.
* Create and maintain a safe, stimulating, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
* Lead, support and develop staff within the room, promoting high standards of practice.
* Monitor planning, assessment and observations to ensure children’s individual needs met.
* Ensure safeguarding and child welfare are central to all practice and fully compliant with statutory requirements.
* Maintain effective communication with parents, carers and colleagues.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement and development of the Nursery provision.
* Uphold and actively promote the Catholic ethos, mission and values of the School.
The Successful Candidate Will Be Expected
* To have a clear understanding of, and a commitment to, the aims of a Catholic independent boarding & day school and be committed to the values expressed in the Mission & Ethos Statement.
* To have a relevant Early Years qualification (minimum Level 3), including QTS, EYPS or EYTS, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
* To have a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* To have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the EYFS statutory framework, curriculum, assessment and current best practice.
* To have experience of delivering the Early Years curriculum and supporting others in its implementation.
* To have excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.
* To be able to build positive and effective relationships with children, parents/carers and colleagues.
* To have high levels of personal and professional integrity.
* To be approachable, personable and confident, with excellent spoken English.
What New Hall Offers
* Excellent benefits & CPD.
* Lunch without charge in term time.
* Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club.
Early Applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.
Contact
Tina / Emma
01245467588
hr@newhallschool.co.uk
Safeguarding and Data Protection
All adults employed by New Hall School are responsible for data protection and must observe and follow the principles of the GDPR regulations. Applicants must provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment and will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview. All successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may conduct an online search of shortlisted candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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