Room Leader
West Drayton (UB7)
A fantastic opportunity for a Level 3 Early Years Room Leader to join a warm nursery.
Employment Type
Permanent, full-time
Salary
£28,000 per annum + benefits
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive £28,000 annual salary for a Nursery Room Leader
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Access to funded training and professional development
- Support to achieve higher Early Years qualifications
- Enhanced wellbeing support and employee assistance
- Performance recognition and development opportunities
- Opportunities for internal promotion and career growth
- Regular supervision and mentoring support
- Discounted childcare (where applicable)
- Uniform provided
- Access to high-quality learning resources and materials
- Structured induction and onboarding programme
- Positive, supportive working environment
- Pension scheme contributions
Working Hours & Shift Pattern
- Full-time, 40 hours per week,
- Rota basis across the week Mon – Fri, all year round.
- Shifts may vary to meet the needs of the setting, with scheduled breaks included throughout the day.
- Occasional flexibility may be required to support operational needs.
Job Description
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Level 3 practitioner to step into a Nursery Room Leader role within a warm nursery in West Drayton. As a Room Leader you will lead a dedicated team, create enriching learning experiences, and help maintain a nurturing, child-focused environment where children thrive. This role is ideal for someone passionate about early years education, confident in leading others, and motivated by delivering high-quality care and learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire a team within your room to deliver exceptional care and education
- Plan, prepare, and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities
- Ensure the welfare, safety, and safeguarding of all children at all times
- Build strong relationships with families, Nursery staff and maintain open communication
- Oversee daily room operations, routines, and activity timetables
- Complete observations, assessments, and curriculum planning
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold regulatory compliance
- Support staff development through coaching and role modelling
- Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance the learning environment
- Promote high standards of hygiene, health, and safety across the room
Requirements
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) – essential
- Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Nursery Practitioner preferred
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
- Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Confidence in planning, assessment, and key person responsibilities
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
- Warm, professional approach with a passion for early years education
- Reliable transport or ability to commute to West Drayton (UB7)
- Also suitable for Nursery Room Leader, Early Years Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner
Company Culture
The setting offers a friendly, collaborative, and supportive team nursery culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised. Leaders are hands-on, approachable, and committed to professional growth, providing ongoing development opportunities and a positive environment focused on high-quality teaching and care. You’ll join a team that values respect, teamwork, learning, and creating joyful experiences for children every day.
Why This Role Appeals
- Clear career progression into senior roles
- Modern, well-resourced learning environment
- Meaningful impact on children’s early development
- Ongoing professional training and CPD support
- Supportive leadership and strong team culture
- Consistent full-time hours with balanced rota planning
Apply Today
If you’re a confident, caring, and motivated Nursery practitioner ready to take the next step in your childcare career, we’d love to hear from you. This Room Leader position in West Drayton offers long-term development, supportive leadership, and the chance to make a real difference in early years education.
We encourage early applications as interviews are ongoing.
