Room Leader - Drive EYFS Excellence & Team Growth

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Woking; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Birthday leave

Annual leave progression

Training & development

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Team events

Ofsted Good rated setting

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is recruiting an enthusiastic Room Leader for a nursery in the United Kingdom. You will take ownership of the room, lead the team with confidence, and maintain the high standard of early years practice this setting is known for.

The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) and experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner, with a strong EYFS focus and excellent team leadership. DBS check and right‑to‑work verification are required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above is essential.
• Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner in a nursery setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and delivering high-quality early years education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the room to create a nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver a rich mix of creative play, focused learning, and group activities per EYFS.
• Utilise the nursery environment to provide varied, engaging daily experiences.
• Support children's development and school readiness, contributing to strong outcomes.
• Observe and document children's progress and share updates with families.
• Mentor and support room staff, acting as a positive role model.
• Contribute to the wider nursery team and uphold Good Ofsted standards.

Skills

Room leadership

Team motivation

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification or above

Job description

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is recruiting an enthusiastic Room Leader for a nursery in the United Kingdom. You will take ownership of the room, lead the team with confidence, and maintain the high standard of early years practice this setting is known for.

The role requires a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) and experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner, with a strong EYFS focus and excellent team leadership. DBS check and right‑to‑work verification are required.