Room Leader

Care First UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable nursery in London is seeking an experienced Room Leader to guide their dedicated team, ensuring high-quality care and children's development. This role requires a strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding, combined with a confident leadership style. The nursery offers flexible working hours, generous benefits including a welcome bonus, and a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about early years education, apply today to join a family-friendly workplace that values its people.

Benefits

Welcome bonus

Flexible working options

Generous childcare discount

Annual leave including bank holidays

Special days off for events

Employee benefits portal with discounts

Cash-back on medical costs

Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Experienced Room Leader or senior early years practitioner.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding.
• Confident, supportive leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Guide a dedicated team in delivering high-quality care and learning.
• Support children's development in a safe, inspiring environment.
• Lead on planning and maintaining safeguarding standards.

Skills

Leadership

Knowledge of EYFS

Safeguarding practices

Communication

Job description

Room Leader – London SE

Salary : £, per annum + benefits

£1, Welcome Bonus

Care First Recruitment is partnering with a reputable nursery in the SE area, now seeking an experienced Room Leader to join a warm, enthusiastic, and supportive team.

As Room Leader, you’ll guide a dedicated team, deliver high-quality care and learning, support children’s development, and help create a safe, inspiring environment. You’ll lead on planning, parent communication, and maintaining strong safeguarding and EYFS standards.

What You’ll Enjoy

• £1, welcome bonus
• Flexible working options : hours across 5 days
• hours across 4 days
• Recommend friends & family and earn cash bonuses
• Generous childcare discount
• days annual leave (FTE) including bank holidays
• Plus 3 extra days off over Christmas
• ‘Wellbeing Day’ – an additional day off just for you
• Employee benefits portal with discounts at hundreds of retailers
• Ability to turn reward points into cash
• / 7 remote GP appointments
• Cash-back on medical costs such as dental care and physiotherapy
• ‘May I Say Thank You’ – dedicated appreciation events throughout May
• Part of a business recognised as a Great Place To Work, where people are truly valued

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Room Leader or senior early years practitioner
• Strong understanding of EYFS and safeguarding
• Confident, supportive leadership style
• Warm, professional approach and commitment to high-quality practice

If you’re passionate about early years and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join an inspiring team that puts people first.

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