Level 3 Room Leaders, Barnsley

At Lime Tree Nursery, we believe early years education should be inspiring, creative and full of possibilities for children and for our team. As a family‑run group with eight nurseries across Rotherham, Barnsley, Sheffield and North Nottinghamshire, we create warm, home‑from‑home environments where children aged 0–5 can explore, question and thrive. Inspired by The Curiosity Approach, we champion child‑led learning, natural resources and meaningful play experiences that spark creativity and build confident, independent learners. Now, we’re looking for passionate Level 3 Early Years Practitioners who want to progress to Room Leaders, as well as experienced Room Leaders, to join our growing teams as we expand and open new nursery settings across Rotherham, Barnsley and North Nottinghamshire.

• Lead and motivate a team of practitioners within your room
• Deliver a high‑quality, engaging EYFS curriculum
• Create stimulating, enabling indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Monitor planning, observations and assessments to ensure excellent outcomes
• Support children’s development through child‑led, meaningful experiences
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers
• Ensure safeguarding, welfare and Ofsted standards are consistently met
• Act as a role model for best practice and professionalism

• NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Early Years – essential
• Experience leading or supporting a nursery room
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Experience with planning, assessment and tracking progress
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• A proactive, organised and child‑centred approach
• Passion for mentoring and developing others
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding requirements (if applicable)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, creative and child‑centred mindset
• Someone who genuinely loves inspiring young minds

• Flexible working hours
• Qualification‑related pay
• Discounted childcare
• Half‑day paid birthday leave
• Free CPD opportunitiesTrainee Manager Programme
• Staff functions and team events
• Staff recruitment bonus

If you’re ready to make a real difference every single day and want to be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking nursery group where your ideas and enthusiasm are valued, we’d love to hear from you.