Nursery Room Leader

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Nursery Room Leader to join a vibrant nursery. The role involves leading a team, shaping children's learning, and maintaining high-quality care. Requires Level 3 qualification in Early Years, with a salary up to £32,500 and rewarding benefits including discounted childcare and training opportunities.

Benefits

Heavily discounted childcare

Comprehensive training

Additional day off for your birthday

Sector-leading parental leave policies

Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience working in a nursery or early years setting.
• Previous experience in a senior or leadership role is highly desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS, child development, and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support your room team to deliver high-quality early years education.
• Create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive environment where children can thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children’s individual needs and interests.

Skills

Leadership in early years education

EYFS knowledge

Child development expertise

Nurturing and professional approach

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Please note, a valid Level 3 in Early Years is required for this role

Nursery Room Leader

Salary: Up to £32,500 | Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week | Discounted Childcare + Birthday Off

Are you an experienced early years professional ready to take the next step in your career? A wonderful opportunity has become available for a Nursery Room Leader to join a vibrant, well-resourced nursery with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional early education.

Set in a converted townhouse with a large garden and rated Outstanding by Ofsted, this setting offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for both children and staff. As Room Leader, you will play a key role in leading your team, shaping children’s learning experiences, and maintaining high-quality care across your room.

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this Nursery Room Leader role, you’ll bring:

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years or equivalent
• Strong experience working in a nursery or early years setting
• Previous experience in a senior or leadership role is highly desirable
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS, child development, and safeguarding practices
• The ability to inspire, lead, and support a small team of practitioners
• A nurturing, professional, and proactive approach to early years education

What You’ll Get

This Nursery Room Leader position offers a rewarding benefits package, including:

• Salary up to £32,500 per year
• Heavily discounted childcare for your own children
• Comprehensive training and clear career development pathways
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Sector-leading parental leave policies
• Access to a benefits app offering high street discounts and offers
• Pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme
• Regular team events and a friendly, collaborative workplace

Key Responsibilities

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will:

• Lead and support your room team to deliver high-quality early years education
• Create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive environment where children can thrive
• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children’s individual needs and interests
• Monitor and support children’s progress, keeping accurate records and assessments
• Act as a positive role model, supporting staff development and maintaining high standards
• Work in close partnership with parents and carers, ensuring open communication
• Ensure adherence to all safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies