Location
Alloa, Clackmannanshire, Scotland
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
28/01/2026
Closing date
25/02/2026
Room Leader
Location: Alloa
Salary: Negotiable
Job Purpose
The Room Leader is responsible for the day-to-day management of a designated room within the nursery. This includes leading a small team, ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, and supporting children's learning, development, safety, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
* Lead, support, and motivate staff within the room to deliver high-quality practice
* Always act as a role model for best practice
* Support staff with planning, observations, and assessments
* Mentor new or less experienced staff and students
* Communicate effectively with the management team regarding room performance, staffing, and children's needs
Childcare & Education
* Ensure the EYFS framework is implemented effectively within the room
* Plan, deliver, and evaluate age-appropriate activities based on children's interests and developmental needs
* Monitor children's progress and support individual learning plans
* Provide additional support for children with SEND or EAL, working alongside parents and professionals where required
* Support children's emotional wellbeing and promote positive behaviour
Safeguarding & Welfare
* Maintain a safe, secure, and stimulating environment at all times
* Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies and procedures
* Act as a safeguarding lead for the room and report concerns appropriately
* Ensure ratios are maintained and daily checks are completed
Parent & Carer Partnership
* Build positive, professional relationships with parents and carers
* Act as a key person for a group of children
* Share information about children's development, routines, and progress
* Support families through transitions, including settling in and moving on to school
Administration & Organisation
* Ensure accurate records are maintained (observations, assessments, registers, accident forms, etc.)
* Support room organisation, resources, and displays
* Attend and contribute to staff meetings, supervisions, and training
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
* Level 3 qualification or above in Early Years / Childcare
* Sound knowledge of the EYFS framework
* Experience working within a nursery or early years setting
* Previous experience leading a room or team (or strong deputy experience)
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Desirable Criteria
* Level 4 or above qualification in Early Years
* Experience working with SEND and/or EAL children
* Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to complete)
* Experience with Ofsted inspections
* Leadership or management training
Personal Qualities
* Caring, enthusiastic, and professional
* Confident and approachable leader
* Flexible and reliable
* Committed to continuous professional development
* Passionate about providing high-quality early years education
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Little Stars Nursery, please do not hesitate to apply.