Early Childhood Education Room Leader

Nursery Room Lead Job Advert

Lambeth, London

£36,400 - £38,480 per annum (£17.50 - £18.50 per hour)

Full-Time | Permanent

40 Hours Per Week | Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced Early Years professional looking to take the next step in your career with a growing and supportive nursery?

Our client, a well-established private English/French nursery in Vauxhall, is looking to recruit three Nursery Room Leaders to join their team. Opportunities are available within the Baby Room, Toddler Room, and Pre-School Room.

This is an excellent opportunity for passionate childcare professionals who enjoy leading a team, creating engaging learning environments, and making a positive impact on children's early development.

Please note: There is no requirement to speak French for these positions.

What's on Offer?

Salary between £36,400 and £38,480 per annum

Full-time, permanent position

Monday to Friday working pattern

Supportive leadership team

Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression

Modern, well-resourced nursery environment

Opportunity to be part of a growing nursery with ambitious plans

The Role

As a Room Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of your allocated room while maintaining the highest standards of care, learning, and development.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and supporting practitioners within your room

Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children

Delivering high-quality learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework

Building positive relationships with parents and carers

Monitoring children's development and maintaining accurate records

Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety, and nursery policies are followed at all times

Supporting the Nursery Manager in achieving outstanding standards throughout the setting

About You

Previous experience working within a nursery setting

Experience as a Room Leader or a Senior Practitioner looking to step up

Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

A recognised Early Years qualification (Level 3 or above preferred)

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Passionate about delivering exceptional childcare and education

Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Whether your experience is within Babies, Toddlers, or Pre-School, we'd love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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