Back to jobs Nursery Room Lead Job description Nursery Room Lead•

Central Lincoln Location:

Central Lincoln (LN1)

Salary:

£23,000

• £27,500 per annum, depending on experience

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Permanent / Long-Term with

Permanent Opportunity Hours:

4 or 5 days per week | Shifts between 7:00am

• 6:00pm Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Simply Education is recruiting for a Nursery Room Lead to join a well-established nursery in central Lincoln (LN1) from September. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is confident taking responsibility for a room and leading a team. The role is available on a permanent basis or as a long-term position with the opportunity to become permanent, working 4 or 5 days per week. About the Role As Nursery Room Lead, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your allocated room, ensuring children receive high-quality care, learning and support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting a team of nursery practitioners within your room.
• Creating a safe, stimulating and engaging environment for children.
• Planning and delivering activities that support children's learning and development.
• Ensuring the EYFS framework is embedded throughout the room.
• Completing observations, assessments and maintaining accurate learning records.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting the development and wellbeing of all children in your care.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety.
• Acting as a positive role model and supporting less experienced members of the team.
• Helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery. We're Looking For The successful candidate will ideally:
• Hold a recognised Level 3 Early Years/Nursery qualification.
• Have previous experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting.
• Have experience leading a room or supervising other practitioners.
• Have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Be confident planning activities and supporting children's individual development.
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Be proactive, reliable and confident taking responsibility.
• Have a genuine commitment to providing high-quality care and education. What's on Offer?
• Permanent position or long-term opportunity leading to permanent.
• 4 or 5 days per week.
• A supportive nursery environment.
• Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your Simply Education consultant.

If you're an experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner, Room Leader or Nursery Room Lead looking for your next career move in Lincoln, click "Apply" or contact Bianca at Simply Education to find out more.