Room Leader

Mayfield Nursery; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Nursery World Jobs is helping a London-based nursery recruit a dedicated Room Leader to guide a toddler room in a warm, inclusive setting. The role is full-time and on-site, focusing on safe, stimulating activities and strong teamwork with families and staff.

You will plan and lead age-appropriate activities, monitor progress and ensure safeguarding and hygiene standards, while fostering independence and curiosity in every child.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and implementing educational and creative activities for early years children
• Experience in leading a team and encouraging teamwork and co-operation
• Strong understanding of child development milestones and age-appropriate practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with families and colleagues
• Ability to ensure a safe and hygienic environment, with a commitment to safeguarding policies
• Level 3 childcare qualification, or equivalent (required)
• First aid certification and knowledge of early years regulatory requirements (preferred)
• Passion for nurturing children's growth, independence, and learning in a diverse and inclusive environment

Responsibilities

• Planning and leading age-appropriate activities for toddlers.
• Support children's learning and development.
• Monitor progress and provide personal care.
• Work collaboratively with families and colleagues to meet each child's needs.
• Foster an inclusive, positive and engaging atmosphere in the nursery.

Skills

Team leadership

Child development

Activity planning

Communication

Safeguarding

First aid

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

We are a family-owned business since 2013, providing exceptional childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Located within Springfield Village in London, bordering Tooting and Earlsfield, the nursery is spacious and known for our nurturing environment that promotes curiosity, independence and inclusivity. Supporting both NHS Trust staff and the local community, we are proud of our strong focus on safety, hygiene and high-quality education. The nursery embraces a child-centred philosophy inspired by A.S. Neill's Summerhill School which fosters confidence, respect and independence in every child. At Mayfield, children are viewed as individuals with valuable voices, actively contributing to the learning environment and decision-making processes.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Room Leader. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for toddlers. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and leading age-appropriate activities, supporting children's learning and development, monitoring progress and providing personal care. The role also involves working collaboratively with families and colleagues to meet the unique needs of every child and fostering an inclusive, positive and engaging atmosphere within the nursery.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and implementing educational and creative activities for early years children
• Experience in leading a team and encouraging teamwork and co-operation
• Strong understanding of child development milestones and age-appropriate practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with families and colleagues
• Ability to ensure a safe and hygienic environment, with a commitment to safeguarding policies
• Level 3 childcare qualification, or equivalent (required)
• First aid certification and knowledge of early years regulatory requirements (preferred)
• Passion for nurturing children's growth, independence, and learning in a diverse and inclusive environment