Baby Room Leader Greenwich

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization dedicated to early childhood education is seeking a passionate Room Leader to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to create engaging learning experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years, while leading a supportive team. With a focus on blending various educational approaches, the Room Leader will play a crucial role in fostering a nurturing environment. The organization values personal growth and offers numerous benefits, including a competitive salary and generous leave. If you are committed to making a positive impact in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

70% childcare discount

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Performance-related pay increases

Career progression opportunities

Company events and social activities

Healthcare cash plan

Early pay access via Hastee app

Perkbox discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Level 3 Educator with leadership roles preferred.
• Aligned with core values: Listen, Learn, Lead.

Responsibilities

• Create inspiring learning experiences for children.
• Lead and support a team to meet children's needs.
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.

Skills

Team Leadership

Child Development

Communication Skills

EYFS Knowledge

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Kido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool Greenwich, 65 Banning St, London SE10 0YH.

About Kido

We are an international organization operating in India, USA, and the UK. In the UK, all our nurseries are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, based in London and Windsor. We are growing rapidly, opening 1-2 new nurseries each year! Our curriculum blends practices from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf Steiner approaches, serving children aged 3 months to 5 years. We believe in a mix of free and structured play, engaging environments, and loving care to build a strong foundation for children’s early years. More about our nurseries can be found at our nurseries page.

What We Offer

The Room Leader role offers a salary up to £31,000 for a 40-hour week. Benefits include:

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Your birthday off
• 70% childcare discount (subject to availability)
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus
• Performance-related pay increases
• Career progression opportunities
• Company events and social activities
• Healthcare cash plan
• Early pay access via the Hastee app
• Perkbox discounts
• Wellbeing support including an employee assistance program and wellness hub
• Cycle to work scheme

Role Responsibilities

As a Room Leader, you will:

1. Own your room’s learning outcomes, creating inspiring experiences for children.
2. Lead and support your team to meet each child’s needs, planning engaging activities aligned with EYFS and Kido curriculum.
3. Support educators in observing, assessing, and setting goals for children.
4. Model excellence and ensure standards are followed, fostering team growth.
5. Utilize indoor and outdoor spaces to promote curiosity and exploration.
6. Communicate effectively with parents, children, and colleagues.
7. Assess and record children’s progress, celebrating achievements.
8. Create a nurturing environment respecting each child's background and needs.

Candidate Requirements

• Level 3 childcare qualification or higher (see qualifications list).
• Aligned with our core values: Listen, Learn, Lead.
• Experience as a Level 3 Educator, with previous leadership roles preferred.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willing to undergo DBS check and provide details of unspent convictions as part of our Safer Recruitment process.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to join Kido and build a rewarding career, apply today. Our Talent Partners will contact you for the next steps.

Links:

• LinkedIn
• Careers Page

Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding

All roles involving contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We require disclosures of unspent convictions and conduct checks including DBS. Our recruitment complies with safeguarding standards, and successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks.