Nursery Room Leader

The Old Station Nursery Group; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days holiday incl. bank holidays &

The National College training

Perkbox discounts & wellbeing support

Long-service rewards

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Uxbridge is seeking a dedicated Nursery Room Leader to partner with the Nursery Manager and guide a team in delivering outstanding care and education. You will mentor staff, oversee daily operations and ensure high standards of practice within the EYFS framework.

We value safeguarding, inclusive practice, and the development of children through engaging activities, strong family partnerships, and continuous professional growth.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or QTS.
• Experience leading a team in an early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Ability to work within safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the nursery team to deliver high‑quality early years education with energy.
• Support the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth operations and consistent quality.
• Model initiative, creativity and high standards of care.
• Build strong relationships with families, colleagues and external agencies.
• Oversee EYFS implementation and learning opportunities.
• Cover nursery operations in the Manager's absence.
• Encourage continuous improvement and professional development.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for all children.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

EYFS knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication with families

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Room Leader!

Are you ready to lead with passion, inspire young minds, and make a lasting difference in children’s lives? At Uxbridge, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Room Leader to guide and support our team in providing outstanding care and education. In this rewarding leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor, nurture, and create a positive impact for children, families, and your colleagues.

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day:1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay:£28,704 - £28,704 per Annum, based on experience (40 hours per week).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 40 Hours
Location:The Old Station Nursery Uxbridge,St John's Road,Uxbridge, Hillingdon,Greater London,UB8 2UR

About our Nursery

Our nursery is beautifully situated in front of the River Colne, offering stunning views and a natural environment full of wildlife. The children love making the most of this unique setting—whether it’s spotting birds and animals on walks or observing nature through the windows with their binoculars. We’re also proud to welcome a mobile library that visits the nursery regularly, giving children the opportunity to exchange books and enjoy a wide variety of texts, nurturing a love for reading from an early age. For our preschool children, we offer Super Star Sports sessions where they develop essential physical skills such as ball control, spatial awareness, and problem-solving through fun obstacle courses and structured activities using a range of equipment. We have three rooms in our nursery: the Baby Room (0–2 years), Toddler Room (2–3 years), and Preschool Room (3–5 years), each designed to support children at their specific stage of development.

What being a Nursery Room Leader involves

As a Nursery Room Leader, you will work alongside the Nursery Manager to lead and inspire your team while delivering exceptional care and education. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring the team to provide high-quality early years education with passion and energy.
• Supporting the Nursery Manager to ensure smooth nursery operations and consistent quality.
• Acting as a role model by promoting initiative, creativity, and high standards of care.
• Building strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies to support the best outcomes for children.
• Overseeing the team’s implementation of the EYFS framework, ensuring engaging learning opportunities.
• Taking charge of nursery operations in the Nursery Manager’s absence.
• Encouraging continuous improvement through feedback and supporting professional development.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that meets each child’s needs.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.

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