Warwick Independent Schools Foundation

Nursery Room Lead

CV32 5RD

Key information

Pay
£28,000 to £32,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
27 Oct 2026
Closing date
26 Nov 2026

About this role

Kingsley Explorers Nursery – Leamington Spa

We are seeking founding Nursery Room Leads (Babies, Toddlers, Preschool) to help launch our new all‑year‑round nursery. You will lead practice within your room, delivering high‑quality EYFS provision and setting strong standards from day one.

Salary

Up to £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Plus

Join, Stay, Grow Recruitment & Retention Award of up to £1,500

Hours

Full time, all year round (40 hours per week)

Location

The Kingsley School

About You

·

Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 4/5 desirable)

Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner

Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding

Organised, professional and committed to high standards

Join, Stay, Grow Award – Up to £1,500

Kingsley Explorers Nursery is investing in building an exceptional Early Years team.

Eligible Room Leads can receive

£500 on starting employment

£500 after 12 months' service

£500 after 24 months' service

We're looking for passionate practitioners who want to build a long-term career and help establish an outstanding nursery from the very beginning.

Terms and conditions apply.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and pension

Join, Stay, Grow Recruitment & Retention Award of up to £1,500

Free lunch, sandwich or meal whilst at work (where reasonably practicable)

Generous annual leave and staff benefits

Enhanced maternity pay benefits

High‑quality CPD and career development

Opportunity to be part of a new nursery from inception

Should you wish to apply for this role, please click on 'Apply' button and complete both parts of application form and submit.

Closing

Friday 18th December (12 noon), however may close earlier if suitable candidates found. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews

Suitable candidates who meet the essential criteria will be invited to interview on a rolling basis.