Room Leader

Company: Ditcham Dragonflies
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Location: Sheet
Job Description:

Park School, Ditcham, Petersfield GU31 5RN, UK

Job Type

Nursery Room Leader

Workspace

In Person – Onsite

Nestled within the breathtaking surroundings of the South Downs National Park, Dragonflies Nursery is a truly unique and inspiring place to work. Our beautiful setting, strong focus on wellbeing, and commitment to collaboration create an exceptional environment for children, families, and our team.

Pay: £27,500.00-£30,000.00 per year

As a growing nursery, we are excited to welcome a passionate and dedicated Room Leader to join us on our journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference, contribute fresh ideas, and help shape the future of a special nursery where children can learn, explore, and flourish.

As Room Leader, you will play a key role in supporting all aspects of nursery operations. You will help lead and inspire your room team, ensuring the highest standards of care, learning, development, and safety for every child. Working closely with the Nursery Manager and wider team, you will contribute to creating an outstanding learning environment and a positive, nurturing culture.

This is an exciting time to join Dragonflies Nursery. As we continue to grow, building strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community is at the heart of what we do. You will have the opportunity to help establish an effective, supportive team and contribute to the development of our educational approach.

This is a hands-on role offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a lasting impact. It would suit someone who is enthusiastic, organised, creative, and confident working in a busy, evolving nursery environment.

If you are passionate about early years education and would love to be part of a unique, beautiful, and growing nursery, we would love to hear from you!

Company pension

Discounted or free food

On-site gym

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Sick pay

Job Description

To Be Successful at Shortlisting, Applicants Must Demonstrate:

Experience working with children aged 0–5 years, with an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

A Level 3 Childcare qualification or above (essential).

Strong leadership skills and previous experience leading or supporting a team.

Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

A passion for children’s learning, development, and wellbeing.

The ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, children, families, and the wider community.

A proactive, collaborative, and enthusiastic approach to working within a growing nursery.

Education: GCSE or equivalent preferred

Experience:

Nursery: 1 year preferred.

Childcare: 1 year preferred .

Management or leadership: 1 year preferred.

Licence/Certification: Driving Licence required. (Due to the location of the setting)

Ability to commute/relocate: Petersfield GU31 5RN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Nursery and Childcare: 2 years (required)

Drivers Licence (required)

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Posted: October 11th, 2026