Qualified Early Years

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference Wetherby_1779523204
Closing date June 22, 2026
Location Leeds, United Kingdom. Wetherby, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Deputy Room Leader - Independent Nursery Opportunity in Wetherby Organisation: Veritas Education Location: Wetherby

Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming independent nursery in Wetherby to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Room Leader to join their supportive early years team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident Level 3 practitioner who is looking to take the next step in their early years career within a nurturing and high-quality nursery setting. The nursery prides itself on creating a warm, engaging, and child-centred environment where both children and staff can thrive.

As a Deputy Room Leader, you will support the Room Leader with the day-to-day running of the room, helping to maintain a safe, stimulating, and organised environment. You will play an active role in supporting children's learning and development, leading engaging activities, and helping to guide and support other practitioners within the room.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a senior practitioner, deputy room leader, or leadership role within a nursery setting and be passionate about delivering outstanding early years care and education.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the daily operations of the nursery room
  • Assisting the Room Leader with planning and organisation
  • Delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
  • Supporting and mentoring practitioners within the room
  • Building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff
  • Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed
  • Creating a positive and nurturing environment for children

    • Requirements:

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
  • Previous leadership or senior practitioner experience within a nursery
  • Good understanding of the EYFS framework
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Passionate about supporting children's development and wellbeing

    • What's on offer:

  • Opportunity to join a well-established independent nursery
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Opportunities for progression and professional development

    • If you're looking for your next Deputy Room Leader opportunity in Wetherby, we'd love to hear from you: BHeacock@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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