Maternity Cover | 40 Hours Per Week

• Location: Rochester, Kent 
• Hours: 40 hours per week (8am–5pm)
• Start Date: End of November 2026

Are you an experienced Early Years practitioner looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming and supportive nursery environment?

The Supply Register is working in partnership with Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo Nursery to recruit a Nursery Room Leader for a maternity cover position.

This is a great opportunity for a passionate Early Years professional to take on a leadership role within the baby room, supporting a team of practitioners and helping to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where babies can learn, develop and thrive.

We''re looking for someone who:

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential.
• Has previous experience working in a nursery setting, ideally within a baby room.
• Has experience supporting or leading a team of Early Years practitioners.
• Is confident building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

As Nursery Room Leader, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the baby room, ensuring children receive the highest standards of care and early education.

You will lead and support the room team, help deliver engaging activities that encourage babies'' development, and create a positive environment where children feel secure and confident to explore. You''ll also work closely with the Nursery Manager, maintaining strong relationships with parents and contributing to the continued development of the nursery.

The Supply Register is a Managed Service Provider (MSP), working directly with schools and multi-academy trusts to manage their recruitment and staffing requirements.

By working with us, you''ll benefit from:

• Access to exclusive opportunities within our partner schools and trusts.
• A direct relationship with schools through our Managed Service Provider model.
• Opportunities to explore day to day or long term roles 
• Ongoing support and access to professional development opportunities.

If you''re a qualified Early Years practitioner with the experience and confidence to lead a nursery room, we''d love to hear from you.

Apply today through The Supply Register to take the next step in your Early Years career at Leigh Academy Hundred of Hoo Nursery.