Nursery Room Leader

Zohorecruit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions in London is seeking an experienced Nursery Room Leader to run and support a busy Pre-School room. Ideally you will have a QTS, EYTS or Degree, or substantial leadership in a large setting.

The role is full-time and based in London (E16 area). Salary up to £35k per year, with 30 days annual leave including bank holidays and three inset days per year.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant). Ideally QTS, EYTS, or Degree level.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience leading a Pre-School room in a nursery or early years setting.
• Knowledge of child development, EYFS, and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy Pre-School room and support a large team.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements in daily practice.
• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences within the room and across the nursery.

Skills

Team leadership

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Child development understanding

Education

Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification

Job description

Full time | JEM Childcare Solutions | United Kingdom

Posted On 14/09/2026

Job Information

Job Level Nursery Third in Charge

Early Years

City London

Province City of London

Postal Code E16

salary low £ 33,000.00

salary high £ 35,000.00

Job Description

About our Clients

Our client, based in E16 area, are now seeking an experienced Room Leader / Third in Charge to run and support their ever growing Pre-School room, ideally you will have an QTS, EYTS or Degree, or have loads of experience in supporting a large Pre-school room and leading a large team together with the additional responsibilities of a Third in Charge role.

Based on a 40 hour week, salary is up to £35k depending on experience and qualifications, together with 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays, and 3 inset days per year.

Requirements

What our Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Room Leader Third in Charge Role

• Level 3 Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant) Ideally QTS, EYTS, or Degree level
• Minimum 2 year’s experience leading a Pre-School room in a nursery or early years setting
• Knowledge of child development, EYFS, and safeguarding
• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences within your room and the wider nursery setting
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues in the nursery setting

Ideal Nursery Room Leader / Third in Charge Candidate

• Passionate about early years and children’s development within a nursery setting
• Strong team leader, able to motivate and support staff in your room
• Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standards
• Promotes best practice and ensures a safe, nurturing environment across the nursery setting

Nursery Room Leader / Third in Charge Benefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done