Job Introduction
Job Opportunity: Early Years Support Worker (Room Lead)
Location: Slade Nursery School Oxford
Start Date: Flexible — immediate start available
Contract Type: Full-time Term-time
Are you passionate about early years education?
Do you thrive in a vibrant, multicultural environment where every day brings laughter, learning, and new adventures?
We’re looking for a Room Lead to join our welcoming and supportive middle leaders’ team at Slade Nursery School, a diverse inner-city primary school where children are curious, energetic, and full of joy.
About the Role
As Room Lead, you’ll take the lead in creating a nurturing and stimulating space for our youngest learners.
You’ll work closely with colleagues to plan engaging activities, support children’s development, and foster strong relationships with families.
You’ll be a key part of a team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and puts children at the heart of everything we do.
Job Specification
Qualifications
• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent
• Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain)
Experience
• Experience working with children in early years settings
• Experience supporting children with additional needs
• Experience contributing to planning and assessment
Knowledge & Understanding
• Understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Awareness of Keeping Children Safe in Education and child protection procedures
• Knowledge of working with children with SEND
Skills & Abilities
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues
• Ability to observe, assess, and record children’s progress
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities indoors and outdoors
• Ability to support bilingual learners
Personal Qualities
• Warm, caring, and patient approach
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Reliable and flexible
• Commitment to promoting children’s wellbeing and independence
For the full job description and application form please visit our website. We are unable to accept CV's. Interviews for this position may be held before the closing date if a suitable applicant applies.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
