Room Leader

Room Leader – Join the Team at Our Brand-New Nursery

Location: Lots for Tots Childcare, Hilton
Salary: £26,500 – £27,456 | Hours: Full-time

A Nurturing Start – For Children and for You

We’re looking for a warm, responsive and experienced Room Leader to join the founding team at Lots for Tots Childcare, opening this September in Hilton. This is a unique opportunity to shape a calm, supportive space for babies to thrive — with a leadership team who care about your wellbeing and professional growth from day one.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the daily running of either the Baby, Toddler or Preschool Room (ages 0–2)
• Creating a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports secure attachments
• Planning and delivering routines and activities based on the EYFS
• Providing responsive care that supports each baby’s emotional and physical needs
• Leading and coaching your room team with warmth and clarity
• Building strong partnerships with families
• Completing observations, assessments and progress tracking
• Supporting children with additional needs and working with external professionals when required
• Ensuring a safe, clean and calm space for children to learn and grow

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 3 childcare qualification (essential)
• Experience leading or co-leading in a room setting
• Excellent understanding of the EYFS, child development and safeguarding
• Strong communication skills and a kind, reflective approach to leadership
• A team player who’s ready to grow alongside a brand-new setting

Why Lots for Tots?

• Be part of something new – help shape our our of our room and nursery culture from the start
• Work with a Nursery Manager and Director who value collaboration, care and staff wellbeing
• Opportunities to grow as the nursery expands
• A supportive team culture where success is recognised and celebrated
• Regular team events, socials and staff appreciation

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays and Christmas closure)
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Employee of the Month and Outstanding Achievement awards
• Team building days and company social events
• Mental health support available to all staff
• Travel incentive: monthly voucher for car sharing or using eco-friendly transport
• Referral bonuses for recommending new families or staff
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

If you’re ready to lead with care and confidence, and want to be part of a team that supports you as much as you support the children — apply now and join Lots for Tots Childcare this September.