Nursery Room Leader

Your Co-op; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Co-op is seeking a Room Manager to join Little Pioneers in London, where you'll lead a team, support children's learning, and drive educational excellence. With career progression opportunities and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, this role is perfect for individuals passionate about early years education.

Benefits

Career Growth

Learning and Development

Discounts on shopping and childcare

Wellbeing resources

Volunteer leave

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification essential.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Passionate about early years education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team to support children's development.
• Plan and assess activities in line with the EYFS.
• Collaborate with Quality Training Advisors.

Skills

Leadership

Team Support

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 qualification

Job description

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About the role:

Join us at Little Pioneers and embark on a fulfilling journey as a Room Manager, where you'll build your career and play a pivotal role in shaping young minds. As a Room Manager, you'll lead a dedicated team, fostering children's development in inspiring environments. Your journey with us will be a stepping stone toward becoming a leading childcare professional.

What will the role involve?

1. Leadership - Lead, support, and inspire your team, setting an example for your colleagues.
2. Planning and Assessment - Take ownership of planning, observations, and assessments in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
3. Collaboration - Work closely with Quality Training Advisors to achieve outstanding results and outcomes for children.
4. Teaching Excellence - Play a key role in supporting the education and development of your key children through high-quality teaching and learning.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a dedicated individual who will work their magic to achieve outstanding results and outcomes for our children:

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification (Essential)
• An Enhanced DBS check (we’ll cover the costs)
• Open, honest, and compassionate
• Inspiring and passionate about early years and working with children

What can we offer you?

Our roles come with a fantastic set of benefits that make a real difference:

• Career Growth – Progression opportunities within the nursery and society-wide. Little Pioneers’ values mean anyone can develop into various roles, including nursery manager or beyond — all you need are dreams and aspirations.
• Learning and Development – Support to develop your knowledge, skills, and behaviors through supervisions, personal development plans, learning resources, and our award-winning LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.
• Discounts and perks – Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees, potentially saving up to £7,000 a year.
• Wellbeing – Resources and tools to support your mental and financial wellbeing, including wellbeing apps.
• Doing Good Together – Up to 3 days off within working hours to volunteer.

Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun to nurture a kinder, more considerate generation. Your skills in education and development will help us ensure colleagues, families, and children rate us as outstanding.