Room Leader Level 3 (Full-Time)
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Level 3 qualified Room Leader to join our friendly and supportive team. If you have experience leading a room in a nursery or similar setting, strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, and a genuine passion for early years development, we'd love to hear from you!
What We Offer
- Competitive salary up to £33,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Monthly bonus scheme (up to £600 per year)
- 32 days holiday – including closure between Christmas and New Year
- Your birthday off as an extra bonus
- Pension scheme
- Uniform provided
- Wellbeing programme
- Annual pay reviews
- Ongoing paid training and development opportunities
About the Role
As a Room Leader, you will take the lead in providing high-quality care and education within your room, supporting your team to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment that promotes every child's development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the daily running of your room, ensuring high standards of care (physical, emotional, social, and intellectual)
- Support and promote safeguarding and child welfare at all times
- Plan, deliver, and oversee engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Act as a key person for a group of children while supporting other staff in their key person role
- Monitor, assess, and record children's development, ensuring accurate tracking across the room
- Mentor, guide, and support room staff, including students and less experienced practitioners
- Build strong relationships with parents and carers, acting as a first point of contact for room-related queries
- Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
- Liaise with management on room performance, staffing, and development needs
- Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver excellent childcare
What We're Looking For
- Level 3 qualification in Early Years (essential)
- Proven experience working in a nursery or similar childcare setting, ideally in a senior or leading role
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices
- Passion for early childhood development and team leadership
- Proactive, reliable, and a good timekeeper
- Creative, fun, and energetic approach
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
Additional Information
- Full enhanced DBS check and references are required
- Duties may include supporting daily routines such as meal prep, cleaning, and personal care (including nappy changing)
- Opportunity to make a real difference leading a room and shaping the early development of our little learners
Join us and help lead the way in providing a fun, caring, and rewarding environment for our little learners!
Pay: Up to £31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surbiton, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a valid Level 3 Early Years/ Childcare qualification?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
