17 room leader jobs found

We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Toddler Room Leader to lead our toddler room and create an environment where children feel secure, curious and supported as they develop independence, communication and social skills. This role requires someone who understands toddler development and can balance structure, nurture and play-based learning while leading a team with professionalism and positivity. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Support  Lead and support the toddler room team on a daily basis. Model high-quality teaching, interactions and behaviour management. Support reflective practice and staff development. Maintain a positive and organised room environment. Learning and Development Plan engaging experiences that support language, communication and independence. Support children’s personal, social and emotional development through positive relationships and consistent routines....

Yüme Wandsworth Nursery & Preschool is a progressive independent nursery beautifully located right next to the Wandsworth Park and Thames River in Putney, London. With good proximity (10mins walk) to Wandsworth Station and East Putney Station. Please check out our website at www.yumeschool.com. We are looking for multi-talented, experienced strong passionate professional to develop their career path with challenging but rewarding growth opportunities. This post is for qualified/Unqualified nursery educator who holds relevant UK Early Years. About the position Your role: • Supporting children's development through the provision of safe, stimulating child-centred learning and play • Delivering activities to support and extend children’s learning and development outcomes • Monitoring, assessing and recording children’s progress • Planning and delivering next steps to support children’s development • Being a responsible Key person of enrolled...

About Alexander House Nursery Alexander House Nursery is an independent, family-owned nursery group with settings in Wimbledon, Wandsworth and Battersea. As we celebrate five years of nurturing young children, we remain committed to providing exceptional early years education in warm, inspiring environments where children, families and staff thrive. We believe that great nurseries are built by great people . That's why we invest heavily in our team, creating a supportive culture where professional development is encouraged, achievements are recognised, and every individual is valued.   About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager to join our Wimbledon team. As a petite setting, working alongside the Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in leading the nursery, inspiring the team, and maintaining the highest standards of care and education. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious early years professional...

DEPUTY NURSERY MANAGER – TERM TIME ONLY 📍 Woodford Green / Barking, East London Hours: 30 hours per week,Term Term only (some flexibility may be considered for an exceptional Csndidate) Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only £15.00 - £16.00  per hour + accrued holiday pay (depending on experience) 🗓️ Term Time Only – Excellent Work-Life Balance SpectacularKidz is looking for an experienced, confident and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our growing Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Deputy, Third in Charge, Senior Practitioner or strong Room Leader who is ready to take the next step into nursery leadership. ✨ Why join us? • Term-time working – enjoy the school holidays and a better work-life balance • Accrued holiday pay on top of your term-time earnings • Opportunities for additional holiday cover work if you would like to earn more • Genuine opportunity for career progression within our growing group...

We have an exciting opportunity for motivated and capable individuals to join us as a Manager in Training.  We have positions available, in the following London-based settings: Ark Start St Clement, 95 Princedale Road, London W11 4NS Ark Start John Archer, Plough Terrace, Clapham Junction, London SW11 2AA Ark Start Oval, 43 Cross Road, Croydon, CR0 6TE Ark Start John Keats, Bell Ln, Enfield EN3 5PA This role is designed to develop future Ark Start nursery managers through a structured training and development programme. The manager in training programme is an enhanced educational programme within Ark Start which offers a unique opportunity to build a career in early years education while making a tangible difference in children’s lives. The role combines hands-on responsibilities, leadership development, and extensive training, designed to equip a candidate with the skills to eventually manage and open their own Ark Start nursery. This role blends...

Deputy Nursery Manager We Are Recruiting: Are you an inspirational, dedicated, and passionate Deputy Nursery Manager?  Join our well-established team in Acton Park and be part of a nurturing environment where you can truly make a difference in children’s lives and develop your career in early years.    Position: Deputy Manager – reporting to the Nursery Manager Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: from £31,304 per annum Opening Hours: 7.30am to 6.00pm About Our Nursery: We are a family-run business with over 25 years of experience and eight beautiful nurseries across Buckinghamshire and West London. Our Acton Park setting is especially close to our hearts – a truly unique nursery nestled in the heart of the community and within a beautiful park.  The nursery offers a vibrant early years setting which has been thoughtfully designed with stunning rooms, exceptional resources, and exciting and inspiring outdoor garden, the...

Job Description: Ready to take the next step in your Early Years career? We're looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated   Deputy Nursery Manager   to join our friendly team at our well-established   65-place nursery in Brentwood , proudly rated   Good by Ofsted . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, supporting others to thrive, and making a real difference to children's early learning experiences. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the nursery while helping to maintain the warm, caring environment we're known for. What you'll be doing Supporting the Nursery Manager in the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery. Leading, motivating and inspiring a dedicated team of Early Years professionals. Ensuring the highest standards of care, learning and safeguarding are maintained. Supporting children's learning and development in line with...

Deputy Nursery Manager needed in Tower Hamlets We are looking for a strong and dedicated Deputy Manager to join the team at this lovely nursery in Tower Hamlets! This is a great role either for a Deputy Manager looking for a change of setting or a Room Leader/Third in Charge wanting to further their early years career and step up. This permanent Deputy Manager role is to work full time with a salary from £34k per annum. Benefits include: Further training fully funded Career progression Good pension and holiday schemes Bonuses paid throughout the year Regular pay rises Cycle to work scheme Discounted childcare Team social events It is essential for this Deputy Nursery Manager role that you hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and that you have experience working in a nursery or early years setting, with experience leading a room or taking on deputy tasks ideally. Good understanding of safeguarding and EYFS are required for...

Deputy Nursery Manager needed in Greenford We are looking for a strong and dedicated Deputy Manager to join the team at this lovely nursery in Greenford! This is a great role either for a Deputy Manager looking for a change of setting or a Room Leader/Third in Charge wanting to further their early years career and step up. This permanent Deputy Manager role is to work 4 days a week (Tuesday-Friday, 7:45am-6pm), with a salary of £33k per annum. Benefits include: Free parking Good pension scheme 28 days holiday Further training fully funded Career progression Team social events It is essential for this Deputy Nursery Manager role that you hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and that you have experience working in a nursery or early years setting, with experience leading a room or taking on deputy tasks ideally. Good understanding of safeguarding and EYFS are required for this role, and you should have excellent...

We are looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join the team at this family-run nursery in Wimbledon, with an ASAP start! This is an excellent opportunity for an existing Deputy Manager, Third in Charge or high-performance Room Leader to showcase their leadership and management skills and it can be a great stepping stone in your career! This nursery offers career progression and is a great place to further your early years career. As a Deputy Manager, it is essential you hold (at minimum) a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and at least 2 years experience in a nursery is required. Good IT skills are also required. This is a permanent and full time role to work 4 days a week, 7:30am-6:30pm, all year round. The salary will range from £31,200-£34,320 per annum. Benefits of working here include: Enhanced annual leave (including birthday off) and many other rewards and perks Refer a friend bonus Upfront DBS payment Career and development opportunities...

As a Room-Based Deputy Manager (RBDM), you will support the nursery management in the day-to-day running of the nursery. You will work alongside management and the wider team to plan and deliver the highest standards of care and education, as detailed in the childcare audit and OFSTED inspections. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to work across different rooms and settings when needed. You will also act as a key person to a small group of children , ensuring their individual needs are met and their development is regularly observed, assessed, and supported. You will maintain up-to-date learning journals on Tapestry and ensure smooth handovers where needed. Working proactively with the manager, deputy manager, and room leaders, you will help promote a positive and healthy team culture while inspiring others to excel. You’ll play a role in supporting children’s progress and identifying when additional learning support or an individual education plan (IEP) is...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship –  Deputy Manager at Little Beans Garland (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Little Beans Garland as a Pre-School Team Leader . Requirements; A Level 3 Childcare qualification is essential  You must be able to gain a clear DBS and  two satisfactory references Must have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent  Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is desirable. A strong understanding of the EYFS is essential. Safeguarding experience is highly desirable. Little Beans Garland was designed with a specific vision by the two owners with learning and the environment at the very heart of their project - Little Beans Garland. Every inch designed and set out to maximise free flow and play opportunities for all our...

Deputy Nursery Manager Stepping Stones of Sopley – Christchurch, Dorset 30 hours per week Term Time Only plus holiday cubs (Please note that we will require some flexibility around hours) Salary £14.50 - £15 per hour DOE Stepping Stones of Sopley are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager and to lead our dedicated team caring for children aged 9 months to 4 years. You’ll create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest children can develop and thrive. As Deputy Nursey Manager, you’ll plan engaging, age-appropriate activities, support your team’s practice, and build strong relationships with families to ensure every child feels safe, secure, and valued. If you’re a positive, professional leader with a genuine love for children and early learning, we’d love to hear from you!   Job Description ·         To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring...

Deputy Nursery Manager Acorn Early Years – Hedgerows Nursery - Netherfield   If you are offered a Management role, you will receive a £1000 recruitment bonus after successfully completing your 3 month probation period. Acorn Early Years is seeking a confident, passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team at Hedgerows Nursery . This is a key leadership role for an early years professional who is committed to high‑quality practice, strong team development and excellent outcomes for children and families. About the Role Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you will support the effective day‑to‑day running of the nursery, lead by example, and play an integral role in maintaining high standards of care, education and compliance. You will hold responsibility for a designated room or area, support staff performance and development, and lead the nursery in the Manager’s absence. About Hedgerows Acorn at...

Lakera Early Years Nursery is seeking a passionate, experienced and motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to support the Nursery Manager in the effective day-to-day running of our nursery. We provide high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years, creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can learn, develop and thrive. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of childcare, education, safeguarding and development. This is a room-based leadership position, combining direct work with children with management responsibilities and support for the nursery team. The Deputy Nursery Manager will support the Nursery Manager in leading and supervising staff, maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios, overseeing daily routines and ensuring compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework and relevant Ofsted requirements. They will help plan, monitor and evaluate children's...

Deputy Nursery Manager Shooting Stars Nurseries, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton (WV3 9PE) Full Time | £33,480 per annum Lead, Inspire & Grow at Shooting Stars Tettenhall We're incredibly proud of what we've already achieved since opening Shooting Stars Tettenhall in January 2026. Thanks to the support of local families and the dedication of our team, the nursery is thriving and continuing to grow. As we begin the next chapter of our journey, we're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to join our leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate Early Years professional who loves leading teams, driving quality and creating exceptional experiences for children and families. Working closely with our Nursery Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the nursery, developing colleagues, maintaining outstanding standards, and helping our setting continue to flourish. Most...

JOB PURPOSE As a deputy nursery manager, you will be assisting the nursery management on the day-to-day running of one of the two nurseries and a drop-in centre. You will work with the nursery manager to effectively lead all the staff within QCCA’s children services ensuring consistency in policy whilst developing and inspiring the team to excel in their endeavours. In the absence of the nursery manager, you will undertake the day-today management of the nursery. You will support the manager to oversee all the activities, planning, monitoring, review, budget, and administration, and effectively communicate with the parents and guardian on day-to-day bases. You will support the manager to drive and deliver the highest standard of care throughout the nurseries as detailed in the childcare audit and OFSTED inspections. You need to manage staff shortfall by deploying excess staff to other settings and drop-in centres as and when needed. KEY DUTIES To assist in ensuring...