Room Leader

Kindred Nurseries; London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nursery group in the UK as an Early Years Leader. This full-time role involves leading a small team, ensuring high standards of care and education, and enjoying a range of benefits including paid sick days and childcare discounts. If you are passionate about early years education and looking for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Birthday Off

Fully Paid Sick Days

Cashback Health Plan

Retail Discounts

Recognition & Rewards

Holiday Break

50% Childcare Discount

24/7 Virtual GP Access

Discounted Gym Membership

Personal Financial Advisor Access

Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of early years educators.
• Model best practices according to regulatory guidelines.
• Conduct nursery tours to sell available spaces.

Skills

Time Management

Organizational Ability

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Job Description

JOIN THE UK's NUMBER #1 NURSERY GROUP!!!

Kindred Nurseries has a rare opportunity for a motivating early years leader to inspire a small team.

This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to work 40 hours Monday to Friday. The role offers a competitive salary of £31,020.80 - £32,488 (£14.80-£15.50 per hour), an extensive benefits package, and the opportunity to pursue your passion for growth and development.

The key responsibilities for a Room Leader include:

• Leading the team of early years educators with a hands-on approach to deliver Kindred's pedagogy
• Modeling and monitoring best practices in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Collaborating with your team to create a shared vision for the room
• Supervising, supporting, and delegating tasks to your team
• Supporting new starter inductions, welcoming them into the team and wider Kindred family
• Managing performance through supervisions and one-to-one meetings
• Deputising in the absence of Senior Management
• Conducting nursery tours confidently to promote available spaces
• Being a key holder for the nursery

To be successful in this role, you should:

• Hold a full and relevant Early Years Level 3 Childcare Qualification or higher
• Have experience working with children
• Possess good time management skills and meet deadlines
• Have excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
• Provide outstanding customer service

This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Practitioner seeking a new challenge or a qualified Nursery Nurse ready to step into management.

What we can offer you:

Unlock a World of Benefits with Us!

Enhance your career and enjoy benefits supporting your well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Birthday Off: An extra day off to celebrate your special day!
• Fully Paid Sick Days: Six fully paid sick days to focus on your health.
• Cashback Health Plan: Coverage for dental, opticians, physio, and alternative therapies.
• Retail Discounts Galore: Discounts from over 200 brands.
• Recognition & Rewards: Annual awards and recognition schemes.
• Holiday Break: Days off between Christmas and New Year.
• 50% Childcare Discount: Half off on childcare expenses.
• 24/7 Virtual GP Access: Free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions.
• 24/7 Counselling Support: Emotional, financial, and debt advice through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Special rates at local gyms.
• Personal Financial Advisor Access: Expert financial advice.
• Pension Discovery: Assistance in finding lost pensions.
• Learning Platform Access: Resources to enhance your skills and financial understanding.

More about Kindred Nurseries

We are a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools committed to creating a friendly and inclusive workplace. Our recent awards at Nursery World and NMT shows highlight our excellence as an employer.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• We are Always Learning
• We are Inspirational
• We Have a Family Feel

As part of our safeguarding commitment, the successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check.