Room Leader

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Discounted childcare

Day off for your birthday

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Staff incentives

Regular team events

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Room Leader for a welcoming nursery in a converted building with a garden designed for exploration and play.

The successful candidate will lead the pre-school room, plan engaging activities, and support children’s development and school readiness in a warm, safe environment.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 Early Years qualification and proven Room Leader experience.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Nurturing, caring approach with ability to lead and support a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-school room delivering high-quality care and education.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities in line with EYFS.
• Support children’s development, independence and readiness for school.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children.
• Build strong relationships with families and colleagues.
• Monitor and track children’s progress and support staff in the room.
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Nurturing

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Room Leader

Up to £32,800 per annum | 40 hours per week | All Year Round

Be part of a warm and welcoming nursery based in a charming converted building, featuring spacious rooms and a beautiful garden designed to inspire exploration and play.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Room Leader to lead a pre-school room, supporting children as they develop confidence, independence, and key skills for their transition to school. The setting promotes curiosity and creativity through a play-based approach to learning.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
• Proven experience as a Room Leader – essential
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• A nurturing, caring approach to childcare
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to support and guide a team
• Strong communication skills when working with families and colleagues
• Passion for supporting children’s development and school readiness

What’s On Offer

• Pension scheme
• Sick pay
• Discounted childcare
• Day off for your birthday
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Staff incentives
• Regular team events

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the pre-school room and ensuring high-quality care and education
• Planning and delivering engaging, play-based activities in line with EYFS
• Supporting children’s development, independence, and school readiness
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Monitoring and tracking children’s progress
• Supporting and guiding team members within the room
• Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety standards are consistently met

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work verification.

Reference: WILL267470/DB