Nursery Room Lead Chartham, Kent 40 hours per week | All year round | Start ASAP Academics in Canterbury are looking for a Level 3 qualified Nursery Room Lead to join a nurturing, child-centred kindergarten in Chartham, Kent, they looking for an energetic and inspiring Room Leader to join their team as soon as possible. This role is ideal for someone who believes in gentle parenting approaches, respects children as capable individuals, and enjoys thinking differently about early years education. About the role As a Nursery Room Lead you will: Lead the day-to-day running of your room, creating a calm, engaging, and inclusive environment Plan and deliver meaningful, child-led activities in line with the EYFS Support children's emotional wellbeing using gentle, respectful behaviour approaches Mentor and support practitioners within the room, modelling best practice Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues Complete observations, assessments, and planning to a high standard Ensure safeguarding, health, and safety procedures are always followed About you We are looking for a Nursery Room Lead who: Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential) Is available to start ASAP Brings energy, warmth, and creativity to their practice Has a strong understanding of gentle parenting / respectful care Is an alternative thinker - reflective, open-minded, and not afraid to m...