Room Lead (Level 3 -5)

Kingsley Explorers Nursery - Leamington Spa

We are seeking founding Room Leads (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool) to help launch our new all‑year‑round nursery. You will lead practice within your room, delivering high‑quality EYFS provision and setting strong standards from day one.

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Plus: Join, Stay, Grow Recruitment & Retention Award of up to £1,500

Hours: Full time, all year round (40 hours per week)

Location: The Kingsley School

About You:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 4/5 desirable)
• Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
• Organised, professional and committed to high standards

Join, Stay, Grow Award - Up to £1,500

Kingsley Explorers Nursery is investing in building an exceptional Early Years team.

Eligible Room Leads can receive:

• £500 on starting employment
• £500 after 12 months' service
• £500 after 24 months' service

We're looking for passionate practitioners who want to build a long‑term career and help establish an outstanding nursery from the very beginning.

Terms and conditions apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and pension
• Join, Stay, Grow Recruitment & Retention Award of up to £1,500
• Free lunch, sandwich or meal whilst at work (where reasonably practicable)
• Generous annual leave and staff benefits
• High‑quality CPD and career development
• Opportunity to be part of a new nursery from inception

Closing: Tuesday 27th October (12 noon), however may close earlier if suitable candidates found. Interviews: Suitable candidates who meet the essential criteria will be invited to interview on a rolling basis.

Kingsley Explorers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and other statutory checks including right to work in the UK.

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