Nursery Room Leader

Trades Workforce Solutions; Orpington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Orpington is looking for a Room Leader to oversee early years education. You will be responsible for leading a team, ensuring compliance with EYFS standards, and managing children's development. The position offers a salary of up to £33,000 and provides a structured environment with benefits including a company pension and ongoing training. Candidates must have prior leadership experience in early years and hold a Level 3 qualification.

Benefits

Company pension

Wellbeing support

Ongoing training

Team events

Monthly incentive schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading a room in an early years setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding and EYFS standards.
• Confidence in managing daily routines and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily practice within the assigned room.
• Monitor children's development through observation.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.

Skills

Experience as a Room Leader

Understanding of EYFS

Leadership and team management

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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Room Leader (Level 3) – Bromley – Up to £33,000

The nursery provides childcare and early years education for children from three months through to pre-school age, with learning through play at the centre of daily practice. You will take responsibility for leading a room, guiding staff practice, and maintaining consistent standards in line with the EYFS.

Before You Apply

• This role requires experience as a Room Leader in an early years setting.


• Applicants must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification.


• This position is not suitable for candidates without room leadership experience.


• Salary: Up to £33,00


• Sector: Early years education and childcare


• Location: Bromley


• Ofsted rating: Good

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Clear room leadership responsibility within a well-structured nursery


• Dedicated rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-school age groups


• Practice aligned with the EYFS seven areas of learning


• Benefits including company pension, wellbeing support, and ongoing training


• Additional team events and monthly incentive schemes

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience as a Room Leader


• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding


• Confidence leading a team and overseeing daily routines


• Additional training in early years leadership or safeguarding

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily practice within your assigned room


• Support and guide practitioners to maintain consistent care standards


• Plan and deliver activities aligned with the EYFS


• Monitor children’s development through observation and assessment


• Maintain a safe, secure, and organised environment


• Communicate effectively with parents and the wider nursery team

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly.

You will receive clear communication throughout the process.

Next steps are straightforward and handled professionally.

Location: Old Kent Road Nursery & Pre-School (Formerly Bird in Bush)