Room Leader – Nursery Vacancy
Pallister Park Primary School, part of the Our Children 1st Trust
Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026 at 12 noon | Interviews: w/c 12th October 2026
Job Advert
Room Leader, Nursery (2–4 years)
Thank you for your interest in joining our Trust. We are a single primary school serving over 500 children aged 2-11 years.
At Our Children 1st, we:
- Put children at the heart of everything we do
- Work hard to give every child the very best start
- Offer outstanding teaching, learning, and exceptional care
- Believe in fairness and equality of opportunity
- Ensure every child has the right to an excellent education
Enclosed in this pack you will find:
- Job Advert
- Job Description
- Person Specification
- Safeguarding Information
- How to apply
The job application form is a separate document for you to complete and return to us. Thank you again for your interest in our post, and good luck with your application.
| Post | Room Leader |
| Grade | G, NJC point 13-18 |
| Salary | FTE £30,515 – £32,578 |
| Hours | 35 hours per week, Term Time only plus 5 days |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | 6 months (in the first instance) |
About the Role
Are you passionate about primary education and ready to join our vibrant school community?
Join us in shaping young minds and creating bright futures at Pallister Park Primary School. We are seeking an enthusiastic Room Leader to join our dedicated team working in our Nursery, serving 2 to 4 year olds.
Our School
At Pallister Park Primary, we pride ourselves on creating an environment where both children and staff thrive. Our commitment to being ‘ready, respectful and safe’ underpins everything we do. We offer exciting learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom, fostering a love for learning in our pupils while supporting our staff to develop and excel.
About the Role
Support the development of our youngest pupils at the start of their educational journey:
- Lead and oversee the day-to-day running of the nursery room, including line management of nursery staff and ensuring the provision meets EYFS requirements
- Work with groups and individuals to provide targeted learning support
- Adapt learning materials and approaches to meet individual needs
- On occasions provide one-to-one support for children with Education Health and Care Plans
- Support with the inclusion and emotional development of all children within the classroom and the wider school
- Foster independence, confidence and self-esteem in young learners
- Engage in professional development opportunities
What We are Looking For
- Experience working with nursery children, particularly those with SEND
- Level 3 Early Years Qualification or higher
- Understanding of child development and early years curriculum
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with children, staff and parents
- Flexibility and creativity in adapting approaches to meet individual pupil needs
- Strong communication skills
- Enthusiasm and creativity
- Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and child welfare
What We Offer
- Term time working – school holidays off
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- Engaged and encouraging leadership team
- Chance to be part of a school that goes beyond the classroom
- Exciting learning opportunities and experiences
- Excellent pension scheme (LGPS)
- Work-life balance with family-friendly hours
- Public sector job security
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
How to Apply
Download an application pack
Contact pkrecruitment@oc1st.co.uk for more information.
Pallister Park Primary School is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.