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Room Leader

Great Starts Recruitment LTD
10/15/2025

About the Role

As a Senior Nursery Practitioner / Room Leader, you will oversee the daily running of your room, ensuring the highest standards of care, learning, and safety for all children.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and motivate your team
  • Set weekly learning and development targets
  • Track and record children’s progress
  • Work closely with management and families
  • Maintain strong parent communication via the Famly app
  • Follow nursery policies and safeguarding standards
  • Create a fun, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment

Requirements

  • Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above)
  • Experience as a Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
  • Passionate about early years education and child development
  • Confident in leading and supporting a small team

Benefits

  • Competitive salary up to £36,413 per annum
  • Performance-related bonus up to £2,000 annually
  • Generous holiday entitlement up to 32 days
  • Daily well-being breaks
  • Full uniform provided
  • Up to 10 days full sick pay per year
  • Regular team celebrations and staff events
  • Excellent career progression opportunities

Compensation

Salary ranges up to £36,413 per annum, plus a performance bonus of up to £2,000 annually.

Location & Schedule

Located in Woodford Green, IG8; working hours are 36 hours over 4 days or 45 hours over 5 days.

How to Apply

Apply now to join a forward-thinking nursery in Woodford Green, Essex.