- Posted 23 April 2026
- Salary 32000
- LocationCroydon
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineChild Care
- Reference224433
Room Leader
Job description
Room Leader
Up to £32,000 per annum | Full-Time, 40 hours per week, across 5 Days | Ofsted Rating – Good
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nursery where the environment has been designed with early years best practice truly at its heart. Beautifully designed rooms, a well-resourced outdoor garden, and free-flow access give children - and the practitioners who care for them - the very best space to thrive.
Holding a Good Ofsted rating, our client is now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Room Leader to take ownership of their room and be a valued part of a team that genuinely cares.
What's on Offer
- Up to £32,000 per annum
- Discounted childcare
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Team events
- Ofsted Good rated setting
What Our Client Is Looking For
- Level 3 Early Years qualification or above - essential
- Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner within a nursery setting - essential
- A solid understanding of EYFS and a genuine passion for early childhood development
- Confident leading a room team and motivating practitioners around a shared vision
- Warm, nurturing, and enthusiastic with strong communication skills
Key Responsibilities
- Leading the day-to-day running of your room, creating a stimulating and nurturing environment for children
- Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
- Making the most of the nursery's free-flow access and outdoor garden to enrich children's learning experiences
- Observing, assessing, and documenting children's development, sharing progress with families
- Mentoring and supporting room-based staff, acting as a positive and consistent role model
- Contributing to the wider nursery team and supporting the Nursery Manager in maintaining high standards
Why This Nursery?
Free-flow access, age-dedicated rooms, and a well-resourced outdoor space - this is a nursery where a Room Leader has everything they need to do their best work. If you want to lead a room in a setting you can be truly proud of, this is a brilliant opportunity.
How to Apply
If you hold a Level 3 or above and have experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch confidentially.
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work verification.
Reference: WILL224433/TH
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