Read more

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Wembley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlements

Training & development

Company pension

Career progression

Team events

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Room Leader to head the Pre-School Room in a UK nursery near Wembley. The role combines nurturing childcare with Montessori-inspired education and requires leading practice in line with EYFS.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, mentor staff, plan engaging learning experiences, and ensure safeguarding and health and safety standards are upheld. The position offers a 40-hour week and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification is required.
• EYFS knowledge with Montessori understanding is advantageous.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the Pre-School Room.
• Deliver outstanding care and education in line with EYFS and Montessori principles.
• Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences for school readiness.
• Support, mentor and develop practitioners within the room.
• Encourage independence, confidence and creativity through play-based learning.
• Utilise outdoor environments to enrich daily learning experiences.
• Observe, assess and monitor children's progress.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Maintain safeguarding, health & safety and nursery standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Up to £34,000 per annum | 40 Hours Per Week | 7:30am and 6:00pm

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Room Leader to lead a thriving Pre-School Room within a nursery that combines nurturing childcare with an exceptional Montessori education.

This well-established setting provides children with an inspiring environment where independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning are encouraged every day. Guided by both the EYFS and Montessori principles, the nursery creates meaningful learning experiences that allow children to develop at their own pace while preparing them for their next stage of education.

The pre-school room is supported by beautifully designed learning environments, while the spacious outdoor areas offer endless opportunities for gardening, sports, active play, and outdoor exploration. Every area of the nursery has been thoughtfully created to encourage curiosity, creativity, and hands‑on learning.

What We're Looking For

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Previous experience as a

Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar leadership role

Strong understanding of the EYFS framework

Knowledge of the Montessori approach would be advantageous

Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures

Passion for delivering exceptional early years education

What's On Offer

Earn up to

£34,000 per annum

40 hours per week

Shifts between

7:30am and 6:00pm

Annual leave increasing with service

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Team events

Benefits and rewards portal

Company pension scheme

Excellent career progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day running of the Pre-School Room

Deliver outstanding care and education in line with the EYFS framework and Montessori principles

Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences that prepare children for school

Support, mentor, and develop practitioners within the room

Encourage children's independence, confidence, and creativity through play-based learning

Make full use of the nursery's outdoor environments to enrich children's daily experiences

Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress

Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery practice

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.