Step into a Leadership Role in Early Years joining this Ofsted Outstanding group!
Position: Room Leader (Baby OR Toddler room)
Location: Brentford
Job Type: Full-time (typically 40 hours per week, flexible working options available)
Salary: £15.53 per hour
About Us
We are proud to be part of the newly formed Chalk Nursery Group, a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality early education and care. At Katey's Brentford, we offer exceptional learning environments for children aged 3 months to 5 years, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Our settings are known for their warmth, strong community feel, and commitment to nurturing every child — and every team member.
Katey’s Brentford is a bright and vibrant nursery with a spacious garden that supports active, hands-on learning every day. Outdoor exploration and large, airy classrooms give children the space they need to grow—physically, emotionally, and cognitively. The environment is calm, stimulating, and designed to spark imagination at every age. With excellent transport connections and a central location just behind the town centre and close to local shops, Brentford is a convenient and welcoming setting for families and staff.
About the Role
We’re seeking a motivated and experienced Room Leader to lead either our baby or toddler room.
As a Room Leader you will:
· Lead your room team in delivering outstanding EYFS-based care and education
· Take the lead on planning, observation, and assessment.
· Support, coach and inspire your team to achieve excellence
· Build strong relationships with children and their families, acting as a key point of contact
· Ensure a safe, stimulating, inclusive, and nurturing environment at all times
· Champion safeguarding, equality and health & safety practices within the room
· Work collaboratively with management and contribute to the nursery’s wider development
What We’re Looking For
· Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years (essential)
· Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within an early years setting
· Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and statutory frameworks
· Confident communicator with leadership, teamwork, and organisational skills
· A genuine passion for early childhood education and helping others grow
What We Offer
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- 31 days of annual leave (including paid time off at Christmas)
- Regular staff social events and recognition initiatives
- Free access to expert wellbeing support, daily check-ins, and virtual health consultations via the Symbio app
- Discounted childcare
- Free meals on shift
- Full uniform provided
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A genuinely supportive team and leadership structure
Important Information
- All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children – all staff are expected to share this commitment
Apply Today
If you’re ready to take the next step in your early years career and lead a room where your ideas, leadership and care truly matter — we’d love to hear from you.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.53 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brentford TW8 8HF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- leadership: 1 year (required)
- Nursery: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Minimum Level 3 in Early Years Childcare (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
