Room Leader / Senior Nursery Practitioner
Location: Witney, Oxfordshire
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Room Leader / Senior Nursery Practitioner to join a high-quality early years setting in Witney. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role, supporting both children’s development and the growth of your team.
You will work closely with senior management to ensure excellent standards of care, learning, and compliance are consistently delivered.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support a team within your designated room
* Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
* Ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children
* Monitor children’s progress and support their development
* Maintain high standards of safeguarding and regulatory compliance
* Promote teamwork, motivation, and professional development within the team
What We Offer
* Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum
* Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with service
* Discounted childcare
* Employee discounts on shopping, travel, and lifestyle benefits
* Access to wellbeing and mental health support programmes
* Flexible working options to support work‑life balance
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
* Enhanced family leave benefits
What We’re Looking For
* Full and relevant Early Years / Childcare qualification
* Previous experience in a senior or room leader role
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* A caring, positive, and proactive approach
* Commitment to delivering high-quality childcare and early education
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
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