Room Lead/Coordinator - Little Upton Nursery (2/3 years olds)
- Organisation: Upton House School
- Location: Berkshire
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Salary info £34,000.00 - £37,000.00 per annum
Dependant on experience - Tenure: Full-time
- Closing Date: Sunday 12 April 2026
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
Location: Windsor, Berkshire
Salary: £34,000-£37,000 , dependant on experience
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (52 weeks)
Hours of Work: 8am - 5pm during term time, 7.45am - 4.15pm during school holidays
To Start: From May 2026 onwards
Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 22nd April 2026
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
A little bit about us
We are a small independent school in Windsor. The school has been running since 1936. We value each and every member of our staff team and recognise that people can bring different ideas and suggestions all of which are equally valued. We view our team members as our extended family and most of our staff have worked at the school for many years.
Responsibilities
To be responsible for the organisation and curriculum development of the Acorns class in the Little Upton Nursery. Acorns is the youngest year group in the school, consisting of boys and girls aged 2-3 years old. The Room Lead/Coordinator will promote high standards, progression, continuity and quality of learning, observing behaviour progress and monitoring the developmental needs of the children.
To manage a small team of staff ensuring all staff are delivering high quality care and education. The successful candidate will also act as a key person to a group of children, working closely with their families, keeping them informed of their child’s progress through regular updates and termly parents evenings.
During the school holidays the Room Lead will also take the lead on coordinating the Little Upton Holiday School. Children from the Acorns and Oaks classes can attend, spending time together taking part in themed activities each week.
What we can offer
- Full-time position (52 weeks a year), working from 8am-5pm during term time and 7.45am-4.15pm during the school holidays
- 7 weeks holiday per year
- Free school lunch
- Pension
- Fee discount
- Potential to progress further and develop your career
- Opportunity to access various training packages to support you in your role
- Helpful and supportive management team
- A friendly and supportive team
- An easily accessible school that is in the heart of Windsor town
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this role would have:
- 3 years nursery experience
- 1 years room lead experience
- NVQ Level 3 (as a minimum)
- Good organisational experience
- Proficient in lesson planning for EYFS children with different levels of development and ability
- Paediatric first aid trained (desirable)
- Proficient in technology, preferably passionate about using technology for education
- Excellent communication skills
- Understanding of the importance of Safeguarding
- Able to work as part of a team and use your own initiative to respond to day to day situations
- Have a willingness to learn, be adaptable and passionate about nurturing and developing each child’s skills to allow them to prosper academically, socially, emotionally, morally, culturally and spiritually
- Commitment to your role and being an inspiration to the children throughout the school
- Have a fun, can do attitude
- A willingness to meet challenges with enthusiasm and to contribute as a team member is essential
If you are interested in applying for this role please fill in the application form and send to recruitment@uptonhouse.org.uk and we will be in contact with you. We look forward to hearing from you!
The job description and application form can be downloaded from the school website www.uptonhouse.org.uk/discover-upton-house/vacancies
Closing date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Upton House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
Description
Location: Windsor, Berkshire
Salary: £34,000-£37,000 , dependant on experience
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (52 weeks)
Hours of Work: 8am - 5pm during term time, 7.45am - 4.15pm during school holidays
To Start: From May 2026 onwards
Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 22nd April 2026
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
A little bit about us
We are a small independent school in Windsor. The school has been running since 1936. We value each and every member of our staff team and recognise that people can bring different ideas and suggestions all of which are equally valued. We view our team members as our extended family and most of our staff have worked at the school for many years.
Responsibilities
To be responsible for the organisation and curriculum development of the Acorns class in the Little Upton Nursery. Acorns is the youngest year group in the school, consisting of boys and girls aged 2-3 years old. The Room Lead/Coordinator will promote high standards, progression, continuity and quality of learning, observing behaviour progress and monitoring the developmental needs of the children.
To manage a small team of staff ensuring all staff are delivering high quality care and education. The successful candidate will also act as a key person to a group of children, working closely with their families, keeping them informed of their child’s progress through regular updates and termly parents evenings.
During the school holidays the Room Lead will also take the lead on coordinating the Little Upton Holiday School. Children from the Acorns and Oaks classes can attend, spending time together taking part in themed activities each week.
What we can offer
- Full-time position (52 weeks a year), working from 8am-5pm during term time and 7.45am-4.15pm during the school holidays
- 7 weeks holiday per year
- Free school lunch
- Pension
- Fee discount
- Potential to progress further and develop your career
- Opportunity to access various training packages to support you in your role
- Helpful and supportive management team
- A friendly and supportive team
- An easily accessible school that is in the heart of Windsor town
What we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this role would have:
- 3 years nursery experience
- 1 years room lead experience
- NVQ Level 3 (as a minimum)
- Good organisational experience
- Proficient in lesson planning for EYFS children with different levels of development and ability
- Paediatric first aid trained (desirable)
- Proficient in technology, preferably passionate about using technology for education
- Excellent communication skills
- Understanding of the importance of Safeguarding
- Able to work as part of a team and use your own initiative to respond to day to day situations
- Have a willingness to learn, be adaptable and passionate about nurturing and developing each child’s skills to allow them to prosper academically, socially, emotionally, morally, culturally and spiritually
- Commitment to your role and being an inspiration to the children throughout the school
- Have a fun, can do attitude
- A willingness to meet challenges with enthusiasm and to contribute as a team member is essential
If you are interested in applying for this role please fill in the application form and send to recruitment@uptonhouse.org.uk and we will be in contact with you. We look forward to hearing from you!
The job description and application form can be downloaded from the school website www.uptonhouse.org.uk/discover-upton-house/vacancies
Closing date: Sunday 5th April 2026
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Upton House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
