Deputy Room Leader

Great Starts Recruitment LTD; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery recruitment firm is looking for a Deputy Room Leader in Finchley. This full-time role offers the chance to support room management and lead engaging educational activities. Ideal for confident practitioners with a Level 3 Early Years qualification, it's a great opportunity to develop leadership skills while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and development

Year-round stability

Balanced weekly shift pattern

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent Day Nursery experience.
• Must be confident in leading educational activities.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Room Leader with daily operations of the pre-school room.
• Lead room confidently when required.
• Plan and deliver engaging EYFS-based activities.

Skills

Confident

Reliable

Passionate about Early Years

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Deputy Room Leader - Pre‑School

Finchley

Salary: £28,000+

Start: December or January

We are recruiting for a Deputy Room Leader to join a welcoming, well‑resourced nursery in Finchley. This is a great opportunity for a confident Level 3 practitioner who is ready to step up or develop their leadership skills within a supportive pre‑school team.

Why this role is ideal for you:

• Supportive and friendly nursery team
• Well‑organised pre‑school classroom with 26 children and 5 staff
• Opportunities for training, development and career progression
• Year‑round stability
• Balanced weekly shift pattern
• A chance to take on more responsibility with full support from management

The Role:

• Support the Room Leader with the daily running of the pre‑school room
• Lead the room confidently when required
• Help plan and deliver engaging EYFS‑based activities
• Build positive relationships with children, staff and parents
• Support with observations, assessments and learning journals
• Maintain a safe, organised and stimulating environment

Hours:

Full‑time, 40 hours per week

5 days a week

Weekly rotating shifts: 7.30am‑4.30pm / 9.30am‑6.30pm

Nursery open all year round (closed only on Bank Holidays and for 2 weeks at Christmas)

Requirements:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (minimum)
• At least 1 year of recent Day Nursery experience
• Confident, reliable and passionate about Early Years

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and secure your chance to join a fantastic pre‑school team.