Nursery Room Leader – Level 3
32.5 hours per week, 39.2 working weeks per year
Grade 6 – £27,254 - £30,024 FTE (actual salary £23,667 - £26,072)
Permanent
To commence January 2026
Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Room Leader to lead and manage our Little Lanterns provision for 2-year-olds, part of our school nursery. This is an exciting new provision launching in January 2026, and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to work closely with the EYFS Phase Leader and the Senior Leadership Team to help set up and shape the provision from the ground up.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the provision, delivering high-quality sessions, and supporting team members through observation and guidance.
We are looking for someone who leads by example and promotes an outstanding provision that meets the needs of all children. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in childcare (essential)
* Post-qualified experience working with children aged 0–11 years
* Training in safeguarding and Paediatric First Aid
* A thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
* Knowledge of OFSTED standards (essential)
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet targets and deadlines
* Understanding of Health and Safety legislation
We are looking for someone who demonstrates:
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills
* Ambition and a commitment to professional development
* An organised and analytical approach
* A great sense of humour, along with respect and support for the talents around them!
What the School Offers Its Staff
At Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy, we are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for our staff. We offer:
* A warm and welcoming atmosphere
* Friendly children who are proud of their school
* A strong and dedicated staff team
If you are an enthusiastic and skilled individual ready to make a positive impact on our nursery provision, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply before the closing date: 7th November 2025.
The closing date for applications is Friday 7th November by 3:00pm and should be returned either by email to office@cheslynhayprimary.academy or to the school office clearly labelled FAO the Headteacher, Craig Griffiths at the address below.
If applicants are successful, they will be contacted and invited for interview on Friday 14th November.
Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy
Saredon Road
Cheslyn Hay
Walsall
WS6 7JQ
Tel: 01922 667950
Email: office@cheslynhayprimary.academy
This job involves working with children and is therefore subject to an enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application. It is an offence to apply for any role with Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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