Room Leader

4 days ago

Oak Tree Day Nursery, United Kingdom Willingcare Full time £29,220 per year

Job Description

Room Leader Pre-School Room | Up to £29,120

If you're an experienced Early Years practitioner ready to take the lead, this role gives you room to shine. Work in a beautifully renovated nursery designed for play, discovery and genuine child-led learning. Step into a leadership position where your ideas shape the pre-school experience every day.

Quick Role Snapshot

  • Salary: Up to £29,120 per year (DOE)
  • Location: Streatham 
  • Hours: 40 hours, Monday–Friday, all year round
  • Setting: Purpose-built nursery with large outdoor areas

Why This Job Is Worth Your Click

  • Lead a thriving pre-school room with access to an adventure playground, mud kitchen and sensory garden.
  • Be part of a setting built around exploration, independence and creativity—not worksheets.
  • Have your voice heard: your ideas directly shape planning, provision and room culture.
  • Enjoy structured professional development and real opportunities to progress.

What You'll Need

  • Level 3 qualification (or above) in Childcare/Early Years.
  • Experience within a pre-school or nursery environment.
  • Confident understanding of EYFS and child development.
  • Ability to lead, motivate and communicate clearly.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the pre-school room, ensuring a warm, stimulating and curiosity-driven environment.
  • Plan engaging experiences that support school readiness and children's next steps.
  • Coach and support your room team, modelling great practice every day.
  • Build strong relationships with families, sharing achievements and updates.
  • Oversee safeguarding, observations and documentation in line with EYFS.

What Happens After You Apply

You'll receive a prompt response to your application. If your experience matches the role, we'll arrange a straightforward interview process so you can start contributing to resident care without unnecessary delays.

Reference: WILL191105/JC

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