Room leader nursery nurse

Job Description

Lead with Passion: Join iStep Learning as a Room Leader

Are you a skilled and enthusiastic early years professional ready to take the next step in your career? At iStep Learning, we’re looking for a dedicated Room Leader to join our dynamic and supportive nursery team.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead a team of practitioners in delivering exceptional care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With your guidance, your room will become a nurturing, creative space where children thrive—and where your team feels supported and empowered to grow.

Your Role as Room Leader

• Inspire and Lead: Oversee the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Motivate Your Team: Manage, guide, and support practitioners to ensure the highest quality of care and learning.
• Champion Development: Observe, assess, and monitor children’s progress, tailoring support to their individual needs.
• Build Partnerships: Develop strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed and engaged in their child’s journey.
• Ensure Excellence: Uphold safeguarding, health, and safety standards to create a secure and enriching environment.
• Foster Growth: Mentor your team and encourage continuous professional development.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with impact while making a real difference in the lives of children—and supporting the development of an enthusiastic and capable team.

Why Join iStep Learning?

We’re proud to offer a fantastic range of benefits to support, reward, and recognise our amazing team. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of working with us:

• Birthday Off - Celebrate your special day with a paid day off.
• Staff Benefits Platform - Access exclusive discounts, wellbeing tools and lifestyle perks.
• 50% Off Childcare - Significant savings for your little ones.
• Social Events - Regular team get-togethers and celebrations throughout the year.
• Career Progression - A well-structured path to grow your career with clear development goals.
• Training & Development - Continuous learning opportunities and support.
• Wellbeing Benefits - Resources to support your mental, emotional and physical health.
• Ofsted Outstanding Bonus - Recognising your role in delivering exceptional quality.
• Long-Standing Awards - Celebrating commitment and service milestones.
• Annual Salary Review - Regular review to ensure your pay reflects your contribution.

Job Type: Full-time

Safeguarding Statement for Job Adverts

iStep Learning Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.

Join iStep Learning and Lead with Confidence

Step into a leadership role where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your achievements are celebrated. Help shape young lives—and build a stronger, more connected team.

Apply now and lead the way with iStep Learning!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £31,804.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking