Room Leader

<p><strong>Room Leader </strong></p><p><strong>Key Information</strong><strong>Location</strong>: Tring, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire HP23 6HA</p><p><strong>Contract Type</strong>: Full-time<strong>Contract Length</strong>: Permanent<strong>Salary</strong>: £13.78 - £14.25 (£28,882.88 - £29,868.00 full time equivalent salary 40 hours per week all year round)<strong></strong></p><p><strong>Benefits: </strong>Birthday Off, 6 fully paid sick days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward, 50 % Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning platform Access</p><p><strong>Join the Kindred Family - A Place to Grow, Thrive, and Make a Difference</strong></p><p>Are you passionate about early years education, supporting children's development and leading a team? At Kindred, we believe work should be more than just a job - it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day.</p><p>Due to a new opportunity, we're excited to welcome a Room Leader to our friendly and dedicated team in Tring, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom . Whether you're just starting out or looking for your next professional step, this role offers the chance to be part of a warm, inclusive environment where 91.71% of our team would recommend us as a great place to work.</p><p><strong>What You'll Need</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong>:</p><p>Strong written and verbal communication skills</p><p>Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail</p><p>Provide outstanding customer service </p><p>Have good time management, meeting deadlines</p><p>Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher</p><p><strong>Desirable</strong>:</p><p>Previous experience of leading a team</p><p>Current paediatric first aid certificate</p><p>Safeguarding and child protection training (although full training will be given)</p><p>Current food hygiene certificate</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><p>As a Room Leader, you will:</p><p>To support the Manager and fellow Room Leaders to ensure the highest standards of Early Years care and education across the setting</p><p>To maintain an organised, safe and stimulating room environment</p><p>To keep accurate records and ensure procedures are followed within the room</p><p>To help build and maintain a reputation as the setting of choice in the area for both children and employees</p><p>To model and monitor best practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines</p><p>To support and inspire your team of practitioners</p><p>To aid with the induction of new team members, welcoming them into the Kindred family</p><p><strong>Why Join Kindred?</strong></p><p>At Kindred, we're more than a nursery group - we're a <strong>family</strong>.</p><p><strong>Supportive Culture</strong> - Our nurseries are built on strong relationships, teamwork, and a genuine sense of belonging.<strong>Career Development</strong> - Whether you're an apprentice or a seasoned professional, we offer clear progression pathways, structured training, and mentorship.<strong>Work-Life Balance</strong> - Enjoy structured working hours, flexible shift options, and hybrid roles (where applicable).<strong>Competitive Pay & Benefits</strong> - We regularly benchmark our salaries and offer generous benefits including bonuses, pensions, and paid leave.<strong>Award-Winning Family</strong> - Join a company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success.</p><p><strong>Our Recruitment Process</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews</strong>: Rolling Interviews<strong>Expected Start Date</strong>: ASAP</p><p>Our process includes:</p><ol><li>A video interview followed by a face-to-face interview with a stay and play at the nursery</li><li>'Stay and Play' session to observe you working with children fully supervised</li><li>Background checks, References, DBS, Qualification Verification will be carried out in accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy</li></ol><p><strong>Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey?</strong></p><p>To apply for the <strong>Room Leader</strong> position with us, please click the "<strong>Quick Apply</strong>" button and submit your <strong>CV</strong> and a <strong>short cover letter</strong> explaining your interest in the role.</p><p>We aim to respond to all applicants within <strong>2-5 working days</strong>. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred!</p><p>As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check</p><p>IND 1</p><p>ROL</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?KmGIYyL1tv5hQ%2b8MkEC3JCOPkZal8VALu" width="0" height="0" />