Nursery Room Senior

The Learning Experience; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

22 days annual leave + bank holidays

Paid overtime, sick days & birthday/VO

Staff childcare discount

Medical cashback plan

PerkBox discounts & wellness perks

Life insurance & AVIVA pension

Company-funded staff events

Purpose-built learning spaces

Job summary

The Learning Experience in East Finchley, London, is seeking an experienced Nursery Room Senior to join a high-quality early years provider. This full-time, permanent role offers a welcoming environment where children learn through play and development is celebrated.

You will plan activities, ensure EYFS standards, build strong family relationships, and lead a team to deliver exceptional childcare. Eligibility requires UK work rights and a relevant Level 3+ EY qualification, with a competitive

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Early Years qualification or higher.
• Experience in an Early Years setting preferred (Room Leader/Nursery Educator).
• Good knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and child protection.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for childcare.
• Commitment to delivering excellence in early years education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children’s developmental needs.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment aligned with EYFS standards.
• Monitor and celebrate children's developmental milestones.
• Build strong, positive relationships with families.
• Lead and support colleagues to maintain high-quality childcare and education.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Passion for childcare

Excellence in early years

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Room Senior – East Finchley

Join us and receive a welcome bonus of £2,500!

Salary:

Up to £32,261 per year (depending on qualifications & experience)

Contract:

Full-time, permanent

Location:

East Finchley, London

Eligibility:

The successful candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. Please note that this role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Room Senior to join our East Finchley Nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-quality early years provider, offering a nurturing, engaging, and stimulating environment where children can learn, play, and grow.

Why Join Us?

We support both our children and our staff by creating a positive, professional, and modern workplace. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Paid overtime, sick days & birthday leave
• Staff childcare discount
• Medical cashback plan (covering you & up to 4 children)
• PerkBox – discounts, rewards & wellness perks
• Life insurance & AVIVA pension scheme
• Company-funded staff events
• Purpose-built learning spaces for early years

Professional Growth

• Funded qualifications & leadership pathways
• Continuous professional development (CPD)
• Specialist training & tuition reimbursement

Your Role

As a Room Senior, You Will

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to children’s developmental needs
• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment in line with EYFS standards
• Monitor and celebrate children’s developmental milestones
• Build strong, positive relationships with families
• Lead and support colleagues to maintain high-quality childcare and education
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A full & relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification – essential
• Previous experience in an Early Years setting (ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Practitioner, or Early Years Educator)
• Good knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection
• Strong communication skills and a passion for childcare
• A commitment to delivering excellence in early years education