Nursery Curriculum Room Leader

The Learning Experience; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £2,500

Competitive salary

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff childcare discount

PerkBox discounts

Medical cashback plan

Life insurance & AVIVA pension

Company-funded social events

Modern learning spaces

Job summary

The Learning Experience in East Finchley is seeking a Nursery Curriculum Room Leader to design and lead the room’s EYFS curriculum, ensuring progression and a safe, engaging environment for children. A strong focus on safeguarding, communication with families, and staff leadership is essential.

Join a high-quality early years provider offering a nurturing setting, professional development, and a welcome bonus of £2,500.

Qualifications

• Full & relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification – essential.
• Previous experience in an Early Years setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, or Early Years Educator).
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of the room’s curriculum in line with EYFS principles and the setting’s curriculum intent.
• Ensure a clear progression of learning, building knowledge and confidence in the curriculum with the team.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating environment in line with EYFS standards.
• Monitor, record, and celebrate milestones in children’s development.
• Communicate effectively with families to build strong relationships.
• Lead and support colleagues to maintain high-quality care and learning.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Safeguarding

Leadership

Curriculum design

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

Nursery Curriculum Room Leader – East Finchley

Join us and receive a welcome bonus of £2,500!

Nursery Curriculum Room Leader – East Finchley Join us and receive a welcome bonus of £2,500! Salary: Up to £34,778 per year (depending on qualifications & experience) Contract: Full-time, permanent Location: East Finchley, London Eligibility: The successful candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. Please note that this role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Curriculum Room Leader to join our East Finchley Nursery. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-quality early years provider, offering a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and grow.

Why Join Us? We believe in supporting both children and staff, creating a positive and professional workplace. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Paid overtime, sick days & birthday leave
• Staff childcare discount
• PerkBox – exclusive discounts & wellness perks
• Medical cashback plan (covering you & up to 4 children)
• Life insurance & AVIVA pension scheme
• Company-funded social events
• Modern learning spaces designed for early years development

Professional Growth

• Funded qualifications & leadership pathways
• Ongoing CPD & specialist training
• Tuition reimbursement

Your Role

As a Curriculum Room Leader, You Will

• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of the room’s curriculum in line with EYFS principles and the setting’s curriculum intent
• Ensure a clear progression of learning, building knowledge and confidence in the curriculum with the team.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating environment in line with EYFS standards
• Monitor, record, and celebrate milestones in children’s development
• Communicate effectively with families to build strong relationships
• Lead and support colleagues to maintain high-quality care and learning
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies

We’re Looking For Someone With

• Full & relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification – essential
• Previous experience in an Early Years setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, or Early Years Educator)
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for early childhood education
• A commitment to delivering the highest standards of care